The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Canterbury West (CBW) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€42 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h09 | 7:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:36 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h44 | 9:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h09 | 10:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h02 | 12:27 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:41 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 12:27 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h12 | 7:17 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:41 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) start from as low as $17 (€14) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $52 (€42) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Southeastern from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Canterbury West (CBW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- 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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