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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Cheapest price on 21 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
39 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
39 m
Trains on 21 Oct
12
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 21 Oct, we found 12 trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE), including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.
P8629315:010h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)15:40Canterbury East (CBE)£51One-way0 changes- P85346 · P8630115:361h07Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)16:43Canterbury East (CBE)£51One-way1 change
- P86306+
C1006616:101h00Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)17:10Canterbury East (CBE)£51One-way1 change - P8630116:010h42Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)16:43Canterbury East (CBE)£61One-way0 changes
- P8630616:280h42Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)17:10Canterbury East (CBE)£71One-way0 changes
- P8539618:350h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)19:14Canterbury East (CBE)£141One-way0 changes
- P8539417:310h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)18:10Canterbury East (CBE)£141One-way0 changes
- P8631817:580h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)18:37Canterbury East (CBE)£141One-way0 changes
- P8632518:580h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)19:37Canterbury East (CBE)£141One-way0 changes
- P8629315:010h39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)15:40Canterbury East (CBE)£51One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE)
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Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:01, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 35m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:01 |
Last train 22:06 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Live departures
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P86242 | 8:00 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h41 | 8:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86248 | 9:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h40 | 9:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86255 | 10:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h40 | 10:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86263 | 11:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h40 | 11:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86272 | 12:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h40 | 12:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86280 | 13:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h40 | 13:41 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86293 | 15:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 15:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86297 | 15:28 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 16:07 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85346 · P86301 | 15:36 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1h07 | 16:43 Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 change | |
| P86301 | 16:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h42 | 16:43 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86306 | 16:28 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h42 | 17:10 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86311 | 17:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h42 | 17:43 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85394 | 17:31 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 18:10 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86318 | 17:58 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 18:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85396 | 18:35 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 19:14 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86325 | 18:58 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h39 | 19:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85398 | 19:35 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0h41 | 20:16 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Important Stations and Airports in Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and Canterbury East (CBE)
Most Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains use the Gillingham (Kent) to Canterbury East station pair. Use this guide to compare Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and Canterbury East (CBE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information 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 Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance 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: Booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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