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Outbound fromLondon to Canterbury West by train
It takes an average of 1h 39m to travel from London to Canterbury West by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 105 trains per day travelling from London to Canterbury West and tickets for this journey start from £12.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:43 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury West | |
| Journey time | From 51m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
| Frequency | 105 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12.90 | |
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About the train journey from London to Canterbury West
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The train from London to Canterbury West usually takes 1 hour 37 minutes on average to travel 54 miles (87 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 51 minutes. You can expect to find 102 trains per day running on this popular route. Good news! There are direct trains available to Canterbury West, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. All or part of your journey will be served by Southeastern, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from London to Canterbury West? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
You can save money on train tickets from London to Canterbury West if you book in advance. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs about the train journey from London to Canterbury West
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Cheap train tickets from London to Canterbury West
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Canterbury West is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.