Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train

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Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times and prices for 14 Dec

Cheapest

£29

Average

£29

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

04:492h22

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:11Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

11:023h11

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

14:13Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

05:022h09

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:11Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

05:192h55

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:14Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

08:322h50

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:22Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	05:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h09	07:11 Canterbury West (CBW)	0 changesDirect
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	11:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h11	14:13 Canterbury West (CBW)	0 changesDirect
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	04:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h22	07:11 Canterbury West (CBW)	0 changesDirect
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	05:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h55	08:14 Canterbury West (CBW)	0 changesDirect
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	08:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h50	11:22 Canterbury West (CBW)	0 changesDirect

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Train times from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times and prices for 14 Dec

Fastest Journey

2 h 9 m

Average

2 h 48 m

Trains per day

Distance

87 km

Of the 8 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Canterbury West (CBW) every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

05:022h09

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:11Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

04:492h22

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:11Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

11:322h46

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

14:18Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

12:292h49

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

15:18Canterbury West (CBW)

£301One-way

0 changes

08:322h50

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:22Canterbury West (CBW)

£291One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Take a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) and enjoy the approximately 87 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £14

Distance

87 km

Cheapest ticket price

£29

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 56m

First train

03:41

Last train

15:49

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £14

Train providers: Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern trains Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

For as little as £28 you can travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) with Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Southeastern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £28

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: £60
Thameslink frequency: 15 a day

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train information with Southern:

Average Duration: 3 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: £29
Southern frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW).

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Canterbury West (CBW) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is on average 1 h 56 min for the 54 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Canterbury West (CBW) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 03: 41. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 15: 49.

There are 9 trains a day from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) which require at least one change with Southeastern, Thameslink or Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) you can take a train with Southeastern, Thameslink or Southern. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Canterbury West (CBW) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

A day trip to Canterbury West (CBW) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Canterbury West (CBW) including taking a train or coach.