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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$43
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 20
7
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
P90235+
G77409+
W454428:06 AM2h07Canterbury West (CBW)10:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$431One-way2 transfers- P90251+G77421+
C3312310:06 AM2h11Canterbury West (CBW)12:17 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$431One-way2 transfers - P90244+G77415+C331219:06 AM2h11Canterbury West (CBW)11:17 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$431One-way2 transfers
- P85641+C025618:23 AM2h05Canterbury West (CBW)10:28 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way1 transfer
- P85650+W457829:23 AM2h05Canterbury West (CBW)11:28 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way1 transfer
- P85641+C025618:23 AM2h05Canterbury West (CBW)10:28 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way1 transfer
- P85650+W457829:23 AM2h05Canterbury West (CBW)11:28 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way1 transfer
- P90235+G77409+W454428:06 AM2h07Canterbury West (CBW)10:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$431One-way2 transfers
- P85660+W4577010:23 AM2h07Canterbury West (CBW)12:30 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way1 transfer
- P85633+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge+W457907:26 AM2h10Canterbury West (CBW)9:36 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$891One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $61.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 31m.
Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.56. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P90262+G77438+C42351 | Delayed 11:08 AM 12:06 PMCanterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 2:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85675+C02651 | On time 12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 2:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85675 · P90265+G77438+C42351 | On time 12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h32 | 2:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
P85675+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+ G27084 | On time 12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 2:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P90268+G77444+C42353 | On time 1:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 3:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85681 · P90271+G77444+C42353 | On time 1:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h32 | 3:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| P85681+C02643 | On time 1:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 3:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85681+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+G27086 | On time 1:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 3:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P90274+G77450+C42355 | On time 2:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 4:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85687 · P90277+G77450+C42355 | On time 2:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h32 | 4:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| P85687+C02672 | On time 2:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 4:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85687+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+G27088 | On time 2:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 4:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P90280+G77457+C42357 | On time 3:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 5:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85693+C02652 | On time 3:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 5:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85693 · P90283+G77457+C42357 | On time 3:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h32 | 5:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| P85693+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+G27058 | On time 3:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 5:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P90286+G77464+C42359 | On time 4:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 6:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85699+C02660 | On time 4:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 6:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85699+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+G27060 | On time 4:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 6:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| P85633+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge+W45790 | 7:26 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h10 | 9:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P90235+G77409+W45442 | 8:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 10:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85641+C02561 | 8:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h05 | 10:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P90244+G77415+C33121 | 9:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 11:17 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85650+W45782 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h05 | 11:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| P90251+G77421+C33123 | 10:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 12:17 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P85660+W45770 | 10:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 12:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 but you can travel from only $19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 09:03. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:03 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport from $19. 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 London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
Most Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport 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.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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