- Must visit
RAF Museum London
Major aviation museum at the former Hendon Aerodrome, with historic aircraft, immersive displays and RAF stories for all ages.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Hendon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Hendon will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Canterbury to Hendon, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.


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Take a train from Canterbury to Hendon and enjoy the approximately 97 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:54.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 22:54 |
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Discover the best of Hendon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hendon trip today.
Major aviation museum at the former Hendon Aerodrome, with historic aircraft, immersive displays and RAF stories for all ages.
Compact museum devoted to the British computer industry, with working machines, gaming displays and hands-on computing history.
Contemporary art gallery in Golders Green showing changing exhibitions by local and international artists in an intimate setting.
Spacious waterside park with woodland paths, meadows and a large reservoir, popular for walks, birdwatching and wide open views.
Historic core of Hendon with village character, period buildings, churchyard and useful links to local history and architecture.
Large park with sports areas, gardens and open lawns, well suited to a relaxed local walk close to central Hendon.
Classic London fish and chips: battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas. A staple takeaway and pub dish across North-West London.
Salt beef on rye with mustard and pickles is a long-standing North London deli favourite, strongly associated with nearby Jewish food traditions.
A full English breakfast of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal widely eaten in local cafés.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
Reliable neighbourhood restaurant serving classic Turkish charcoal grills, meze and fresh bread in a lively, casual setting.
Popular local spot for kosher-style salt beef, bagels and deli staples, reflecting North-West London’s Jewish food heritage.
Hendon is moderate for London. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than central areas, but public transport and everyday costs are still above many UK towns.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, 10-12.5% is standard. Taxi fares can be rounded up. No tip is expected for counter-service cafés, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Hendon 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 Hendon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Canterbury to Hendon trains use the Canterbury West to Hendon station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Hendon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Canterbury West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Hendon is 11 km from Hendon city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hendon.
Wi-Fi is available at Hendon.
Ticket office support is available at Hendon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hendon: Parking.
Available at Hendon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step - free access from the car park to platform 1 (for trains towards London). There are steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station next to the bike rack. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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