Hythe to Canterbury train

Wed 29 Jul
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Great Western Railway
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West Midlands Trains
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Compare prices and tickets Hythe to Canterbury by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hythe to Canterbury

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Trains from Hythe to Canterbury run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 21m.

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
23 km
Average train duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
0:04
Last train
22:22
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
28 days
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

FAQs: Hythe to Canterbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hythe 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hythe to Canterbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Hythe to Canterbury covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Hythe to Canterbury is 23 km.
The first train from Hythe to Canterbury leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Hythe to Canterbury departs at 22:22.
Trains from Hythe to Canterbury run approximately 2 times per day.
To travel from Hythe to Canterbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Hythe to Canterbury.
The train station in Hythe that goes to Canterbury is Sandling (SDG), and it arrives at Canterbury West (CBW).
The cheapest way to get from Hythe to Canterbury is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Hythe to Canterbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hythe to Canterbury offers picturesque views, including rolling countryside landscapes and charming villages, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Hythe to Canterbury is feasible with a journey time of 1h 21m and a distance of 23 km. There are 2 train trips available per day.
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.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Hythe to Canterbury.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hythe and Canterbury

Most Hythe to Canterbury trains use the Sandling to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Hythe and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hythe
Arrival train stations in Canterbury

Which Hythe station do trains to Canterbury leave from?

Trains from Hythe to Canterbury leave from Sandling. The station is 2 km from Hythe city centre at Sandling station, off Sandling Road, Sandling, Kent, CT21 4HH.
SandlingSandling station, off Sandling Road, Sandling, Kent, CT21 4HH+44 3303339232ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sandling from Hythe city centre

Sandling is 2 km from Hythe city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central · 4h 25m · £95 · every ~2 min
Southampton Central - Brighton · 7h 37m · £92 · every ~4 min
Bus032 · 8h 48m · £47 · every ~3 min

Sandling train station facilities and services

Sandling has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Sandling. 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 Sandling: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Sandling: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Sandling: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. 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 1 for services towards London via main entrance from car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms available 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: by entrance to platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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