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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 East (WAE) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 3 trains that leave Canterbury West (CBW) for London Waterloo East (WAE) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
18:011h46Canterbury West (CBW)19:47London Waterloo East (WAE)£131One-way0 changes- 7:331h44Canterbury West (CBW)9:17London Waterloo East (WAE)£161One-way0 changes
- 5:201h57Canterbury West (CBW)7:17London Waterloo East (WAE)£361One-way0 changes
- 7:331h44Canterbury West (CBW)9:17London Waterloo East (WAE)£161One-way0 changes
- 18:011h46Canterbury West (CBW)19:47London Waterloo East (WAE)£131One-way0 changes
- 5:201h57Canterbury West (CBW)7:17London Waterloo East (WAE)£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 86 km
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2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h57 | 7:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h44 | 9:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:01. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 18:01 |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo East (WAE) from £9. 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 East (WAE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo East (WAE)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 East from London city centre
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East train station facilities and services
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Tickets and information
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 London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: 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 Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, 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: No.
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