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Compare train and coach 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 £13. 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 £13, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 56 km
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Live departures
Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury trains for today, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 22:59 Ebbsfleet Valley | 0h37 | 23:36 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury
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Trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 43m.
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 56 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 00:31 |
Last train 23:26 |
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 Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Ebbsfleet Valley and Canterbury from £13. 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
37m
Cheapest Price
£13
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: 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.
In Canterbury, you can explore the historic streets on a guided walking tour, enjoy a punting tour on the River Stour, and visit the Canterbury Tales attraction. Attend a performance at The Marlowe Theatre or discover the local food scene on a culinary tour. Key sights include the Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, the Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, the Canterbury Roman Museum, and Westgate Gardens.
To fully explore Canterbury's historic sites, such as Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, and the Canterbury Roman Museum, a visit of two to three days is recommended.
Booking trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £14.
Yes, a day trip from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury is feasible with a journey time of 43m and a distance of 56 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
The train journey from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Kent countryside, historic villages, and glimpses of the North Downs.
The train distance from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury is 56 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ebbsfleet Valley and Canterbury. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
The cheapest way to get from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury is by train, costing approximately £13.
The train journey from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury covers a distance of 56 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury leaves at 0:31.
To get from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Ebbsfleet Valley that goes to Canterbury is Ebbsfleet International (EBD), and it arrives at Canterbury West (CBW).
The last train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury departs at 23:26.
Trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury.
There is no night train service from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ebbsfleet Valley and Canterbury
Ebbsfleet Valley
Canterbury
The major train station for departures in Ebbsfleet Valley is Ebbsfleet International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ebbsfleet International for your trip from Ebbsfleet Valley to Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 22:00 Saturday 05:35 - 22:00 Sunday 09:20 - 17:40 Assistance available from station staff from first service until last train.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: M&S
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park - Premium
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 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: The shelters are on the platforms and have heating
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach to the station from the main car parks
- 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, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Ebbsfleet International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your journey to Canterbury from Ebbsfleet Valley.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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.
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