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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for Canterbury West (CBW) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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 coach for Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 99 km
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£33 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:08 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h26 | 07:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| 06:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h20 | 08:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| 07:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h20 | 09:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| 08:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h20 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| 09:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h20 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW)
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Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 08:58. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 08:58 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern from Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Canterbury West (CBW) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton station (BTN) and Canterbury West (CBW)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- 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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