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The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge
Interactive museum inside a medieval church telling the story of Canterbury’s Roman, medieval, and modern past. Ideal first stop for context.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$20
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$27
Fastest journey on Oct 09
51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
53 m
Trains on Oct 09
83
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Canterbury will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 83 trains from London to Canterbury, including 62 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
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P85653
P85671
P85683Trains from London to Canterbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Canterbury trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85620 | On time 6:37 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h03 | 7:40 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86238_P86240 | 6:40 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h31 | 8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85888 · P88661 | On time 7:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h11 | 8:18 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86241 | On time 7:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P88995_P88998 | 7:13 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h45 | 8:58 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85628 | On time 7:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h55 | 8:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89000 | On time 7:43 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h40 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85894 · P89000 | On time 8:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h19 | 9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86247 | On time 8:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85636 | 8:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h57 | 9:37 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89006 | 8:43 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h39 | 10:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85902 · P89006 | 9:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h15 | 10:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86254 | 9:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85643 | 9:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h58 | 10:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89012 | 9:43 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85910 · P89012 | 10:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86262 | 10:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85653 | 10:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89018 | 10:43 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 12:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85917 · P89018 | 11:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 12:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86271 | On time 11:10 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 12:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85663 | 11:37 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h57 | 12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89024 | On time 11:43 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85923 · P89024 | On time 12:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h15 | 1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86279 | On time 12:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85671 | 12:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89030 | On time 12:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 2:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85930 · P89030 | On time 1:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 2:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86286 | On time 1:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85677 | 1:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89036 | On time 1:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85936 · P89036 | On time 2:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86293 | On time 2:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85948 · P89049 | 4:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h16 | 5:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86310 | On time 4:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h32 | 5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89052_P89055 | 4:13 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h48 | 6:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85695 | 4:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h57 | 5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89056 | 4:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h42 | 6:25 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85394 | On time 4:46 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h24 | 6:10 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P88761 | 4:55 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h03 | 6:58 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86318 | On time 5:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h27 | 6:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89059 · P88761 | 5:13 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h45 | 6:58 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P85748 | 5:20 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 6:11 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89063 | On time 5:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h41 | 7:24 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85396 | On time 5:46 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 7:14 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85749 | 5:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 6:41 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89117 | On time 6:03 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h48 | 7:51 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85961 · P89063 | On time 6:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h17 | 7:24 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86325 | On time 6:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h27 | 7:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85706 | 6:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 7:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89071 | On time 6:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h41 | 8:24 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85398 | On time 6:46 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h30 | 8:16 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85973 · P89078 | On time 8:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h14 | 9:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86338 | 8:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 9:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85718 | 8:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 9:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89085 | On time 8:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h38 | 10:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85979 · P89085 | On time 9:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h14 | 10:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86344 | 9:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85726 | 9:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 10:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89092 | 9:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 11:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85985 · P89092 | On time 10:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 11:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P86350 | On time 10:10 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h39 | 11:49 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85734 | 10:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 11:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85992 · P89099 | 11:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h14 | 12:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P85743 | 11:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 12:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89108 | On time 11:43 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h45 | 1:28 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
P85746 · P89108 | 12:12 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h16 | 1:28 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
P87892 | 5:42 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h49 | 7:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10189+ P86238_P86240 | 5:48 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h23 | 8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
W32590+ C22602+ P86238_P86240 | 5:56 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h15 | 8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 transfers | |
P90004+ G28279+ P86238_P86240 | 5:57 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h14 | 8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 transfers | |
P88409 · P86238 · P86241 | 5:57 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h43 | 8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 transfers | |
P88661 | 6:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h13 | 8:18 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Interactive museum inside a medieval church telling the story of Canterbury’s Roman, medieval, and modern past. Ideal first stop for context.
Underground remains of a Roman townhouse with mosaics and hypocaust. A compact but memorable look at Roman Canterbury beneath the streets.
Story-led museum on medieval pilgrimage inspired by Chaucer. It brings Canterbury’s most famous journeying tradition to life.
Pedestrian high street lined with historic buildings and shops. It is one of the best places to feel the rhythm of central Canterbury.
Picturesque lane famed for overhanging medieval timber-framed buildings. One of Canterbury’s most photographed and atmospheric historic streets.
Elegant pedestrian street connecting major sights. Its historic façades, independent shops, and easy walking route make it especially pleasant.
Kentish Huffkin is a traditional Kent bread roll, often served with cheese or fruit. It is a classic county bake linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Canterbury Tart is a historic pastry tart, usually filled with apple and almond. It is associated with old Kent baking traditions and local tea tables.
Whitstable Oysters are served across Canterbury and East Kent. These native oysters are prized for their briny flavor and long link to the nearby coast.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant with seasonal menus and a smart yet relaxed setting in the city center.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for polished British tasting menus and refined service in central Canterbury.
Popular farmers' market restaurant serving seasonal Kent produce, meats, cheeses, and simple dishes in a lively casual setting.
Moderate for UK travel. Hotels and dining cost less than London, but tourist-season stays and central restaurants raise prices. Local buses are reasonable.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis: round up or add 5-10%. Cafes: optional small change.
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Canterbury West Station -> Canterbury Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Canterbury trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare London and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge 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 options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: 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.
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 options are available at Canterbury East.
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
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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