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It takes an average of 3h 44m to travel from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 42 trains per day travelling from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West and tickets for this journey start from £27.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:16 | |
| Departure station | London Road (Brighton) | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury West | |
| Journey time | From 2h 24m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £27.30 | |
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How to travel from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West? Look no further.
You'll usually find 42 trains per day running between London Road (Brighton) and Canterbury West, which usually take 3 hours 44 minutes to complete the 61 miles (98 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Canterbury West by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Southeastern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West start from £27.30 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Canterbury West? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Want to know more about your journey from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West?
The price of train tickets from London Road (Brighton) to Canterbury West starts at £27.30 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.