4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Canterbury will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Eastbourne for Canterbury on Sun, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
10:50 AM1h44Eastbourne12:34 PMCanterbury$431One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM1h44Eastbourne12:34 PMCanterbury$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Eastbourne to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Eastbourne to Canterbury:
A bus is $0.10 (€0.08) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eastbourne to Canterbury costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Eastbourne to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 AM Eastbourne | 1h44 | 12:34 PM Canterbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Canterbury trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Canterbury from $42 (€34). 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 Eastbourne to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Eastbourne to Canterbury
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Shopping
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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
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