The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- £32
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- £49
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h 21 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 29 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.
P86148+
C18461+
W04398+
G264099:46 3h03 Canterbury East (CBE) 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £32 1 One-way 3 changes
P86154+
C18465+
W04410+
G2641610:46 3h03 Canterbury East (CBE) 13:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £32 1 One-way 3 changes
P89939 · P88978 · P87298+
C2239422:34 3h22 Canterbury East (CBE) 1:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £32 1 One-way 4 changes
P86221+
X21276+
W28987+
W0485219:47 3h00 Canterbury East (CBE) 22:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £32 1 One-way 3 changes
P86161+
W04422+
G26423+
C1845711:46 3h03 Canterbury East (CBE) 14:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £32 1 One-way 3 changes
P86221+
C8265519:47 2h21 Canterbury East (CBE) 22:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £66 1 One-way 1 change
P86161+
G2620011:46 2h22 Canterbury East (CBE) 14:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £66 1 One-way 1 change
P86136_P86137+
G261768:45 2h23 Canterbury East (CBE) 11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £66 1 One-way 1 change
P86227+
C8268820:47 2h30 Canterbury East (CBE) 23:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £66 1 One-way 1 change
P86234+
C8269121:47 2h48 Canterbury East (CBE) 0:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £66 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 13:19. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 7:14 |
Last train 13:19 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trip
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Live departures
Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Wednesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P86136_P86137+ G26176 | On time 8:45 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h23 | 11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
P86136_P86137+ C18464+ G26402+ W04386 | On time 8:45 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3h04 | 11:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
P86148+ C18461+ G26409+ W04398 | On time 9:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3h03 | 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
P86154+ C18465+ G26416+ W04410 | On time 10:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3h03 | 13:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
P86161+ G26200 | On time 11:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h22 | 14:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
P86161+ C18457+ G26423+ W04422 | On time 11:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3h03 | 14:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
P86168+ G26208 | On time 12:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h22 | 15:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
P86175+ G26216 | On time 13:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h22 | 16:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
P86182+ G26225 | On time 14:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h22 | 17:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
P86190+ G26234 | On time 15:46 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h22 | 18:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury East (CBE) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Canterbury East (CBE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury East (CBE) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
