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It takes an average of 3h 51m to travel from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 112 trains per day travelling from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £24.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:04 | |
| Departure station | Canterbury | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 55m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
| Frequency | 112 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24.50 | |
| Train operators | Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train
Looking to travel from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 51 minutes to travel from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 112 trains per day running along the 54 miles (87 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gatwick Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Gatwick Airport. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £24.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.