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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Gillingham
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Gillingham will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury for Gillingham on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Canterbury to Gillingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Gillingham trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:33 AM Canterbury | 4h44 | 12:17 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Gillingham
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Trains from Canterbury to Gillingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $152 (€124) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $152 (€124) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 17:45 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Gillingham trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Gillingham from $152 (€124). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Gillingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Gillingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gillingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Gillingham
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
WifiParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details. Step-free access to Platform 1 (most trains in both directions) via level access, or short ramp. Steps to Platform 2 (some trains in both directions) or step-free approximately 100m via barrow crossing with assistance only, when station is staffed.
- Accessible taxis: Pre-booked only
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet opening hours are: Monday to Friday - 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday - 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday - 09:30 - 17:00
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room is located in the ticket office building. The waiting room is heated and seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, Station Road, off Le Neubourg Way (B3081)
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