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Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1h 26m
Average duration
1h 31m
Trains per day
17
Distance
88 km
London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) train with Southeastern
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE):
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Canterbury East (CBE) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
The journey is about 12m faster (1h 32m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€25) vs $40 (€33)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P87892 | On time 5:42 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h49 | 7:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86238_P86240 | 6:40 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h31 | 8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86241 | On time 7:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86247 | On time 8:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86254 | On time 9:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86262 | On time 10:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86271 | On time 11:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 12:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86279 | On time 12:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86286 | 1:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86293 | 2:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86296 | 2:40 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h26 | 4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86301 | 3:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h33 | 4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86305 | 3:40 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h29 | 5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86325 | 6:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h27 | 7:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86332 | 7:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 8:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86338 | 8:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 9:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86344 | 9:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
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Train companies: Southeastern from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Canterbury East (CBE) from $10 (€8). 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Most London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Canterbury East (CBE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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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