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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
14:061h41Canterbury West (CBW)15:47London Waterloo East (WAE)£151One-way0 changes
- 14:061h41Canterbury West (CBW)15:47London Waterloo East (WAE)£151One-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 an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 86 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m 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 East (WAE):
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) costing on average £32.
Other travel options to London Waterloo East (WAE) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 30m 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.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
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 Waterloo East (WAE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h41 | 15:47 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 07:33. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 7:33 |
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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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