Greater Anglia
Southeastern
Trains to Thorpe Bay from Canterbury
| First train | 04:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:04 | |
| Departure station | Canterbury | |
| Arrival station | Thorpe Bay | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 22 miles (36 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Canterbury to Thorpe Bay by train
If you're planning to travel from Canterbury to Thorpe Bay, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Canterbury to Thorpe Bay takes around 3 hours 31 minutes. There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Canterbury to Thorpe Bay.
You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Thorpe Bay, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink and c2c.
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4. Travel Off-Peak
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5. Consider a Season Ticket
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.