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London Charing Cross to Canterbury West train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 6.90, with average prices for this route around € 54.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
07:34 London Charing Cross	09:18 Canterbury West	1h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:48 London Charing Cross	10:01 Canterbury West	2h 13m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:02 London Charing Cross	09:34 Canterbury West	1h 32m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:33 London Charing Cross	10:21 Canterbury West	1h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:48 London Charing Cross	11:01 Canterbury West	2h 13m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:58 London Charing Cross	10:34 Paris	1h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Charing Cross to Canterbury West train route details

First train

05:38

Last train

23:34

Departure station

London Charing Cross

Arrival station

Canterbury West

Journey time

1h 27m

Distance

87 km

Price

€ 6.90*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Charing Cross to Canterbury West train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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