Live departures
Littlehampton to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Littlehampton to Canterbury trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 Littlehampton | 3h24 | 9:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:40 Littlehampton | 3h40 | 10:20 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:23 Littlehampton | 3h11 | 10:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:40 Littlehampton | 3h38 | 11:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:10 Littlehampton | 3h24 | 11:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:40 Littlehampton | 3h38 | 12:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:10 Littlehampton | 3h24 | 12:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:40 Littlehampton | 3h38 | 13:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:10 Littlehampton | 3h24 | 13:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Littlehampton to Canterbury
Trains from Littlehampton to Canterbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southern from Littlehampton to Canterbury trainsSouthern trains will get you between Littlehampton and Canterbury from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Littlehampton to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Littlehampton 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 Littlehampton and Canterbury
Most Littlehampton to Canterbury trains use the Littlehampton to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Littlehampton and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Littlehampton station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Littlehampton from Littlehampton city centre
Littlehampton train station facilities and services
Littlehampton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Littlehampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Littlehampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Littlehampton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Littlehampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Littlehampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Littlehampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on station concourse opposite the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Littlehampton 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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