The cheapest and fastest trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ebbsfleet Valley for Canterbury 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 56 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.
6:560h44Ebbsfleet Valley7:40Canterbury£121One-way0 changes
6:560h44Ebbsfleet Valley7:40Canterbury£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 56 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 9:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 10:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 10:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 11:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 11:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 12:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 12:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:23 Ebbsfleet International | 0h55 | 13:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 13:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 14:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 14:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 15:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 15:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 16:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 16:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 17:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 17:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 18:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 18:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 19:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 19:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:23 Ebbsfleet International | 0h55 | 20:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 20:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:25 Ebbsfleet International | 0h53 | 21:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 21:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 22:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 22:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 23:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:59 Ebbsfleet International | 0h35 | 23:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:26 Ebbsfleet International | 0h52 | 0:18 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:39 Ebbsfleet International | 8h53 | 8:32 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:59 Ebbsfleet International | 6h53 | 6:52 Canterbury | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury
Trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 44m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ebbsfleet Valley and Canterbury
Most Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury trains use the Ebbsfleet International to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Ebbsfleet Valley and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ebbsfleet Valley station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Ebbsfleet International from Ebbsfleet Valley city centre
Ebbsfleet International train station facilities and services
Ebbsfleet International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ebbsfleet International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ebbsfleet International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ebbsfleet International. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ebbsfleet International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ebbsfleet International: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ebbsfleet International: 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 from platform 5 & 6 (North Kent platforms) to main entrance and to interchange with South Kent platforms 2 & 3 involve using a ramp. Lifts available from station concourse to access platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Ebbsfleet Valley arrive at?
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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