Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Shepherdswell
Trains from Canterbury to Shepherdswell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 19m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Canterbury to Shepherdswell trip
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Live departures
Canterbury to Shepherdswell train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Shepherdswell trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 Canterbury | 0h19 | 12:59 Shepherdswell | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Canterbury and Shepherdswell
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FAQs: Canterbury to Shepherdswell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Shepherdswell 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 Shepherdswell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Shepherdswell
Most Canterbury to Shepherdswell trains use the Canterbury East to Shepherds Well station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Shepherdswell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Shepherdswell leave from?
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.
Which Shepherdswell station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Shepherds Well from Shepherdswell city centre
Shepherds Well train station facilities and services
Shepherds Well has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shepherds Well. 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 Shepherds Well: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shepherds Well: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shepherds Well: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. 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 platform 2 for services away from London available from main entrance. Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London available from side entrance from The Terrace. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access available via station footbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 2, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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