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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 36 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
P85641+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo8:231h36Canterbury West (CBW)9:59London Waterloo (WAT)£581One-way1 change- P85650+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo9:231h36Canterbury West (CBW)10:59London Waterloo (WAT)£581One-way1 change
- P85641+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo8:231h36Canterbury West (CBW)9:59London Waterloo (WAT)£581One-way1 change
- P85650+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo9:231h36Canterbury West (CBW)10:59London Waterloo (WAT)£581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 86 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £57.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 35m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85641+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 8:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h36 | 9:59 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| P85650+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 9:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h36 | 10:59 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 08:23. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 7:23 |
Last train 8:23 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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 West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Canterbury West (CBW)
Most popular trains to and from London Waterloo (WAT) and Canterbury West (CBW)
Most popular train connections to London Waterloo (WAT)
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