The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) 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 Greenwich station (GNW) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury East (CBE) for Greenwich station (GNW) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
13:471h59Canterbury East (CBE)15:46Greenwich station (GNW)£81One-way0 changes
13:471h59Canterbury East (CBE)15:46Greenwich station (GNW)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 79 km
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2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW)
Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 13:47. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 4:19 |
Last train 13:47 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Thameslink from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Canterbury East (CBE) and Greenwich station (GNW) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) 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 Greenwich station (GNW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury East (CBE) and Greenwich station (GNW)
Most Canterbury East (CBE) to Greenwich station (GNW) trains use the Canterbury West to Greenwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury East (CBE) and Greenwich station (GNW) 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.
Getting to Greenwich from Greenwich city centre
Greenwich is 2 km from Greenwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenwich train station facilities and services
Greenwich has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Greenwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Greenwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenwich. 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 Greenwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway, 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: Booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

