The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$293
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Canterbury will cost around $293 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
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P16971Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Paris to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €198.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€198 Average price | €78 Average price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Canterbury trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:11 PM Paris | 2h23 | 3:34 PM Canterbury | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, November 22 | |||||
9007+ P16981 | On time 6:07 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h27 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9007+ P16979 | On time 6:07 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h27 | 12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9007+ P16983 | On time 6:07 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h27 | 10:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9011+ P16981 | On time 7:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h26 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9011+ P16977 | On time 7:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h26 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9011+ P16979 | On time 7:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h26 | 12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9015+ P16975 | On time 7:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h35 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9015+ P16977 | On time 7:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h35 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9015+ P16979 | On time 7:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h35 | 12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9019+ P16971 | On time 8:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h35 | 4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9019+ P16977 | On time 8:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h35 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9019+ P16975 | On time 8:59 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h35 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9023+ P16975 | On time 10:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h26 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9023+ P16969 | On time 10:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h26 | 5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9023+ P16971 | On time 10:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h26 | 4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9027+ P16967 | On time 11:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h25 | 6:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9027+ P16969 | On time 11:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h25 | 5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
9027+ P16971 | On time 11:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h25 | 4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Canterbury
Trains from Paris to Canterbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $243 (€198) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $243 (€198) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 21:12 |
Train companies: Eurostar from Paris to Canterbury trainsEurostar trains will get you between Paris and Canterbury from $42 (€34). 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 Paris to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

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