Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£42

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£46

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

2 h 23 m

Trains on 18 Sept

4

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport, including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.

  • Southeastern
    5:142h09
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    7:23London Stansted Airport
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    9:332h34
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    12:07London Stansted Airport
    £431One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    10:232h14
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    12:37London Stansted Airport
    £431One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    8:332h34
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    11:07London Stansted Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 88 km

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Driving

£44

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£25

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 45m

Average total duration

4h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport:

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £44.

The fastest way to travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury West (CBW) and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.79. The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP90233+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+Greater AngliaP029218:03 Canterbury West (CBW)
3h20
11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
SoutheasternP85639+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP662948:23 Canterbury West (CBW)
2h14
10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
SoutheasternP90239_P90331+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+Greater AngliaP663608:33 Canterbury West (CBW)
3h22
11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
SoutheasternP90239_P90331 · P85906+Greater AngliaL55699 · P663238:33 Canterbury West (CBW)
2h34
11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
SoutheasternP90242_P90346+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+Greater AngliaP663729:05 Canterbury West (CBW)
3h18
12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
SoutheasternP85648+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP029239:21 Canterbury West (CBW)
2h16
11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?

Southeastern as well as Greater Anglia offer trains services from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 11:23. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 2h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance
88 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
8:54
Last train
11:23
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23

Train companies: Southeastern, Greater Anglia from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport trainsSoutheastern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and London Stansted Airport from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£40
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Train companies: Southeastern, Greater Anglia from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport trainsSoutheastern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and London Stansted Airport from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Greater Anglia classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£40
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 88 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport is 88 km.
The first train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:54.
The last train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport departs at 11:23.
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury West to London Stansted Airport primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic countryside views.
A day trip from Canterbury West to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 13m. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this route. The distance between the two locations is 88 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and London Stansted Airport

Most Canterbury West (CBW) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Canterbury
Arrival train stations in London
Canterbury WestCanterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · £3 · every ~22 min

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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