Canterbury to Hither Green by train
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:04 | |
| Departure station | Canterbury | |
| Arrival station | Hither Green | |
| Journey time | From 1h 37m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (77 km) | |
| Frequency | 79 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Canterbury to Hither Green in 1 hour 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Canterbury to Hither Green? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 44 minutes to travel the 48 miles (77 km) from Canterbury to Hither Green by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 79 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Canterbury to Hither Green in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Hither Green by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Hither Green
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