4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitstable to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitstable to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitstable to Canterbury will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
It's difficult to get from Whitstable to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
J90056_J90058 · J901569:27 AM0h33Whitstable station (WHI)10:00 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer- P85126 · J07329_J901009:51 AM0h40Whitstable station (WHI)10:31 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- P85133 · J90098_J9009610:51 AM0h40Whitstable station (WHI)11:31 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- J90052_J90054 · J9015410:27 AM0h33Whitstable station (WHI)11:00 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- J90061_J90063 · P897118:27 AM0h42Whitstable station (WHI)9:09 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- J90056_J90058 · J901569:27 AM0h33Whitstable station (WHI)10:00 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- J90052_J90054 · J9015410:27 AM0h33Whitstable station (WHI)11:00 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- P85126 · J07329_J901009:51 AM0h40Whitstable station (WHI)10:31 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- P85133 · J90098_J9009610:51 AM0h40Whitstable station (WHI)11:31 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
- P85119 · J90106_J901048:51 AM0h40Whitstable station (WHI)9:31 AMCanterbury East (CBE)$161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Whitstable to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitstable to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 29m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (22m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Whitstable to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J90061_J90063 · P89711 | 8:27 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h42 | 9:09 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| P85119 · J90106_J90104 | 8:51 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h40 | 9:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90056_J90058 · J90156 | 9:27 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h33 | 10:00 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| P85126 · J07329_J90100 | 9:51 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h40 | 10:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90052_J90054 · J90154 | 10:27 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h33 | 11:00 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| P85133 · J90098_J90096 | 10:51 AM Whitstable station (WHI) | 0h40 | 11:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitstable to Canterbury
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Trains from Whitstable to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southeastern from Whitstable to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Whitstable and Canterbury from $11 (€9). 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 Whitstable to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Whitstable to Canterbury
Most Whitstable to Canterbury trains use the Whitstable to Canterbury East station pair. Use this guide to compare Whitstable and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Whitstable station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Whitstable from Whitstable city centre
Whitstable train station facilities and services
Whitstable 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
Food and drink options are available at Whitstable.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitstable. 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 Whitstable: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitstable: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitstable: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via the station forecourt off Old Bridge Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Margate via the entrance off Railway Avenue. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms 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: Station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Chestfield & Swalecliffe from Whitstable city centre
Chestfield & Swalecliffe is 2 km from Whitstable city centre. Public transport options include:
Chestfield & Swalecliffe train station facilities and services
Chestfield & Swalecliffe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe. 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 Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to both platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Whitstable arrive at?
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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