The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) for Canterbury East (CBE) on Fri, Feb 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 38 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:36 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 4h56 | 5:32 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:53 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h46 | 6:39 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h38 | 7:30 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h43 | 8:10 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 8:39 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 16:01. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 06:52 |
Last train 16:01 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and Canterbury East (CBE) from $7 (€5). 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 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) 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 East (CBE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- 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 - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge.
- 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: Booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 1/2 & 3 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platforms 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1/2 and platform 3 only available up to 8pm. (20:00 hrs)
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information 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: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.
- 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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