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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 3 trains that leave Canterbury for London Heathrow 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 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London Heathrow 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 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 108 km
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£76 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P19546_P19545+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ Y17246 | On time 08:13 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h42 | 10:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| P19546_P19545+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Y17246 | On time 08:13 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h48 | 11:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
P19546_P19545+ Y36488+ P06583 | On time 08:13 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h59 | 11:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| P19688+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P06559 | On time 08:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h19 | 10:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| P19688+P06937 | On time 08:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h12 | 10:35 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
| P19688+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C23023 | On time 08:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h02 | 10:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| P19688+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C23023 | On time 08:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h08 | 10:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P19688+P06937 | On time 08:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h06 | 10:29 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| P18325_P18292 · P19618+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Y17246 | On time 08:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h28 | 11:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 changes | |
| P18325_P18292 · P19618+P07948 · P06583 | On time 08:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h39 | 11:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
| P18325_P18292 · P19618+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Y17246 | On time 08:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h22 | 10:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 changes | |
| P18325_P18292 · P19618+P06951 | On time 08:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h26 | 10:59 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| P18325_P18292 · P19618+P06951 | On time 08:33 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h32 | 11:05 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P19544_P19543+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Y17268 | On time 08:45 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h46 | 11:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P19544_P19543+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Y17268 | On time 08:45 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h40 | 11:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| P19544_P19543+Y36494+P06605 | On time 08:45 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h57 | 11:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| P19542_P19541+Y36500+P06627 | On time 09:19 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2h53 | 12:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| P19686+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P06605 | On time 09:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h21 | 11:42 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 19:47 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and London Heathrow Airport
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Dining
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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