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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£32
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£52
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 3 m
Trains on 13 Oct
14
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.
P90245_P90246+
G77419+
G150959:332h22Canterbury West (CBW)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£321One-way2 changes- P90239_P90331+G15093+G774138:332h22Canterbury West (CBW)10:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£331One-way2 changes
- P90212+G77393 · C93046_C933275:572h11Canterbury West (CBW)8:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)£331One-way2 changes
- P90233+
W32876+G774088:032h13Canterbury West (CBW)10:16Gatwick Airport (GTW)£331One-way2 changes - P85627 · P86596+G77398+W328816:481h59Canterbury West (CBW)8:47Gatwick Airport (GTW)£331One-way3 changes
- P85627+G282686:481h56Canterbury West (CBW)8:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£671One-way1 change
- P85627 · P86596+G77398+W328816:481h59Canterbury West (CBW)8:47Gatwick Airport (GTW)£331One-way3 changes
- P85623+W454276:112h03Canterbury West (CBW)8:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£671One-way1 change
- P85639+
G77311+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria8:232h07Canterbury West (CBW)10:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£671One-way2 changes - P85651+W329829:542h10Canterbury West (CBW)12:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£651One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 19:23 |
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85698+W45562 | 16:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h15 | 18:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90288+G77463 · C93145_G77056 | 16:31 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h05 | 18:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P90288+W45598 | On time 16:31 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h33 | 19:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P85703+W45579 | On time 17:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 19:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90294+W45593 | On time 17:31 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h33 | 20:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90294+G77466 · C93155_G77069 | On time 17:31 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h04 | 19:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P90217+G77495+W32905 | On time 21:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h38 | 23:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85731 · P90318+G77495+W32905 | On time 21:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h21 | 23:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| P85731+W45568 | 21:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 23:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90227+G77497 · C82691 | On time 22:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h24 | 0:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85738+W45582 | On time 22:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h25 | 0:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| P85617+W45532 | 5:18 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h16 | 7:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90212+G77393 · C93046_C93327 | 5:57 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 8:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85623+W45427 | 6:11 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h03 | 8:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P85627+G28268 | 6:48 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h56 | 8:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P85627 · P86596+G77398+W32881 | 6:48 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h59 | 8:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| P90223+G77402+W45544 | 7:01 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h20 | 9:21 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P90233+G77408+W32876 | 8:03 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h13 | 10:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85639+G77311+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria | 8:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h07 | 10:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85639+W45523 | 8:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h11 | 10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90239_P90331+W45609 | 8:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h21 | 10:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90239_P90331+G77413+G15093 | 8:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h22 | 10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85648+W45545 | 9:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h13 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P90245_P90246+G77419+G15095 | 9:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h22 | 11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| P85651+W32982 | 9:54 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h10 | 12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. 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 West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: 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.
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