The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $45
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $76
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 58 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 6
- Distance
- 87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
It's difficult to get from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without transferring at least once.
P85627 · P86596+
G77398+
W328816:48 AM 1h59 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $45 1 One-way 3 transfers
P90223+
G77402+
W455447:01 AM 2h20 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $45 1 One-way 2 transfers
P85630+
W454017:19 AM 1h55 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85635+
W453917:49 AM 1h55 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85623+
W454276:11 AM 2h03 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85630+
W454017:19 AM 1h55 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85635+
W453917:49 AM 1h55 Canterbury West (CBW) 9:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85627+
G282686:48 AM 1h56 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
P85627 · P86596+
G77398+
W328816:48 AM 1h59 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $45 1 One-way 3 transfers
P85623+
W454276:11 AM 2h03 Canterbury West (CBW) 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $91 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 7:23 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Frequently asked questions about your Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trip
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85635+ W45391 | Delayed 7:50 AM 7:49 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 1h55 | 9:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
P90233+ W32876+ G77408 | On time 8:03 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h13 | 10:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
P85639+ W45523 | On time 8:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
P85639+ G77311+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria | On time 8:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 10:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
P90239_P90331+ W45609 | On time 8:33 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h21 | 10:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
P90239_P90331+ G77413+ G15093 | On time 8:33 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h22 | 10:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
P85623+ W45427 | 6:11 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h03 | 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
P85627+ G28268 | 6:48 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h56 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
P85627 · P86596+ W32881+ G77398 | 6:48 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h59 | 8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
P90223+ W45544+ G77402 | 7:01 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h20 | 9:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
P85630+ W45401 | 7:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h55 | 9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Popular train stations from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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