- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 11
$14
Average ticket price on Oct 11
$22
Fastest journey on Oct 11
55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
55 m
Trains on Oct 11
44
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to London will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Sun, Oct 11, we found 44 trains from Canterbury to London, including 28 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 11 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, Oct 11 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
P85705 · J14112
P85711 · J14110
P85700 · J14114
J14111
J14115
P85705
P85711
P85717
P85733
P85725Trains from Canterbury to London run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P86235 | Delayed 8:51 PM 9:47 PMCanterbury East (CBE) | 1h34 | 11:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J13142 | On time 10:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h04 | 12:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85739 | On time 10:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 11:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, October 11 | |||||
J13982 · SE649100 · P88175 | 6:46 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h32 | 9:18 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2 transfers | |
P85634 | 7:24 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h57 | 8:21 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85634 · J14132 | 7:24 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h56 | 9:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
J14131 | 8:04 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h47 | 9:51 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85642 | 8:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h57 | 9:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85642 · J14130 | 8:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h59 | 10:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
J14129 | 9:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h45 | 10:51 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85650 · J14128 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 11:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85650 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 10:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14127 | 10:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 11:50 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85660 | 10:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 11:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85660 · J14126 | 10:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 12:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
J14125 | 11:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 12:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85670 | 11:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 12:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85670 · J14124 | 11:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 1:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
J14123 | 12:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 1:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85676 · J14122 | 12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 2:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85676 | 12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 1:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14121 | 1:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 2:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14121 · J14173 | On time 1:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h56 | 3:02 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P85682 · J14120 | 1:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 3:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85682 | 1:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 2:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14119 | 2:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 3:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85688 · J14118 | 2:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 4:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85688 | 2:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 3:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14117 | 3:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 4:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85694 · J14116 | 3:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 5:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85694 | 3:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 4:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14115 | 4:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h45 | 5:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85700 | 4:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 5:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85700 · J14114 | 4:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 6:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
J14113 | 5:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h45 | 6:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85705 · J14112 | 5:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 7:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85705 | 5:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 6:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14111 | 6:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h45 | 7:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85711 · J14110 | 6:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 8:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85711 | 6:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 7:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14109 | 7:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 8:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85717 · J14108 | 7:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 9:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85717 | 7:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 8:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J14107 | 8:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 9:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85725 | 8:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 9:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85725 · J14106 | 8:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 10:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
P85733 | 9:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h55 | 10:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Canterbury to London trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair, with some services arriving at London Bridge. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Canterbury West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: 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.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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