West Malling to Canterbury East by train
| First train | 19:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | West Malling | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury East | |
| Journey time | From 1h 48m | |
| Distance | 28 miles (46 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from West Malling to Canterbury East by train
Looking to travel from West Malling to Canterbury East by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 3 minutes to travel from West Malling to Canterbury East by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 28 miles (46 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Canterbury East, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Southeastern are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Canterbury East in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from West Malling to Canterbury East 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!
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Cheap train tickets from West Malling to Canterbury East
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