The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Canterbury will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Exeter to Canterbury without transferring at least 2 times.
P22602+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P7559010:15 AM4h19Exeter St Davids (EXD)2:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way2 transfers
P33348 · P29721+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P7558710:50 AM4h44St James' Park (SJP)3:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way3 transfers
P22601+
G24471+
P75535 · P732269:43 AM4h38Exeter St Davids (EXD)2:21 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way3 transfers
P31601 · P29721+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P7558710:39 AM4h55Exeter St Thomas (EXT)3:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way3 transfers
P23033 · P22604+
P75584+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International11:42 AM4h52Exeter St Thomas (EXT)4:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way3 transfers
P29710+
P75599+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International7:52 AM3h42Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$2821One-way2 transfers
P31581 · P29710+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P755997:35 AM3h59Exeter St Thomas (EXT)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$2821One-way3 transfers
P33321 · P29710+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P755997:20 AM4h14St James' Park (SJP)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$2821One-way3 transfers
P22600+
P75593+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International9:16 AM4h18Exeter St Davids (EXD)1:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1301One-way2 transfers
P22602+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
P7559010:15 AM4h19Exeter St Davids (EXD)2:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1011One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Exeter to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $303.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Canterbury:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Canterbury costing on average $98 (€79).
A bus is $385 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Canterbury costing on average $438 (€351).
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 32m.
Flight takes on average 7h 3m.
You'll arrive about 1h 4m sooner (3h 26m by train vs 4h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $98 (€79) compared to roughly $86 (€69) 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
Exeter to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P33317 · P22599+ G24603+ P73244 | 6:40 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h39 | 11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 4 transfers | |
P22599+ G24603+ P73244 · P75544 | 6:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h27 | 11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P33321 · P29710+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75599 | 7:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h14 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P31581 · P29710+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75599 | 7:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3h59 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P29710+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75599 | 7:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h42 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
P33333 · P22600+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75593 | 8:50 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h44 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P31590 · P22600+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75593 | 9:05 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h29 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P22600+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75593 | 9:16 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h18 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
P33336 · P22601+ G24471+ P75535 | 9:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 5h01 | 2:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 4 transfers | |
P33336 · P31593 · P22602+ G24497 | 9:36 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h58 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 4 transfers | |
P22601+ G24471+ P75535 · P73226 | 9:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h38 | 2:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P33341 · P22602+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75590 | 9:49 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h45 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P31597 · P22801+ C75334+ P75532 | 10:06 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 5h13 | 3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 5 transfers | |
P22602+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75590 | 10:15 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h19 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
P22801+ P73220+ C75334+ G24557 | 10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h52 | 3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 4 transfers | |
P31601 · P29721+ P75587+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 10:39 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h55 | 3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P33348 · P29721+ P75587+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 10:50 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h44 | 3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
P23033 · P22604+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ P75584 | 11:42 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h52 | 4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Canterbury
Trains from Exeter to Canterbury run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Exeter to Canterbury trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter and Canterbury from $25 (€20). 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 Exeter to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Canterbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- 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
- 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.
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