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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Canterbury for London Gatwick Airport 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 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
10:032h52Canterbury12:55London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes- 5:491h58Canterbury7:47London Gatwick Airport£321One-way0 changes
- 8:332h22Canterbury10:55London Gatwick Airport£321One-way0 changes
- 5:491h58Canterbury7:47London Gatwick Airport£321One-way0 changes
- 8:332h22Canterbury10:55London Gatwick Airport£321One-way0 changes
- 10:032h52Canterbury12:55London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 88 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:33 Canterbury | 2h21 | 9:54 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:33 Canterbury | 2h22 | 10:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:47 Canterbury | 2h21 | 13:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:06 Canterbury | 2h40 | 15:46 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 14:06. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 14:06 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport from £16. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport
Most Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport 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 Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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