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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
21 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury for Westgate-on-Sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
04:191h31
Canterbury05:50Westgate-on-Sea
£151One-way
0 changes
04:191h31
Canterbury05:50Westgate-on-Sea
£151One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 21 km
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1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:13
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:19 Canterbury | 1h31 | 05:50 Westgate-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:47 Canterbury | 0h57 | 14:44 Westgate-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:13 Canterbury | 0h50 | 16:03 Westgate-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 00:46 |
Last train 23:19 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Westgate-on-Sea from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£4
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train
FAQs: Travel by train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
To get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is 21 km.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea covers a distance of 21 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea leaves at 0:46.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is by train, costing approximately £4.
The last train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea departs at 23:19.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Westgate-on-Sea is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Westgate-on-Sea station (WGA).
Trains from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Westgate-on-Sea
Canterbury
Westgate-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Westgate-on-Sea is Westgate-on-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Westgate-on-Sea for your journey to Westgate-on-Sea from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 platform 2 for services towards Margate via the side entrance off Station Road. Step free access to Platform 1 for services towards London via side entrance from Westbury Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. Stepped interchange via station footbridge.
- 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: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Westgate-on-Sea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from outside the station on Station Road (Stop A on the Buses map).
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