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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 05 Sept
21
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Bridge (LBG) 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 London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 21 trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
C18352+
P862435:482h52London Bridge (LBG)8:40Canterbury East (CBE)£161One-way1 change- P8901910:431h36London Bridge (LBG)12:19Canterbury West (CBW)£171One-way0 changes
- C18308+P862436:182h22London Bridge (LBG)8:40Canterbury East (CBE)£171One-way1 change
- P890139:431h36London Bridge (LBG)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£171One-way0 changes
- P890078:431h36London Bridge (LBG)10:19Canterbury West (CBW)£171One-way0 changes
- C02623+P856449:061h28London Bridge (LBG)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)£201One-way1 change
- C02667+P856378:061h28London Bridge (LBG)9:34Canterbury West (CBW)£201One-way1 change
- C02687+P8565410:061h28London Bridge (LBG)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£201One-way1 change
- C02685+P8574423:061h28London Bridge (LBG)0:34Canterbury West (CBW)£481One-way1 change
- C02668+P8566411:061h28London Bridge (LBG)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE):
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Canterbury East (CBE) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 59m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £28. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Southeastern.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85394 | On time 16:46 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h24 | 18:10 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86466+G28321+P86318 | On time 16:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h49 | 18:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P85396 | On time 17:46 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 19:14 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86474+G28325+P86325 | On time 17:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h49 | 19:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P85398 | On time 18:46 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h30 | 20:16 Canterbury East (CBE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86499+G28333+P86338 | 19:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h52 | 21:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| C10056+P86344 | 20:18 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h22 | 22:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 change | |
G28337+P86344+ W32570 | On time 20:31 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 22:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P89100 | On time 22:43 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h38 | 0:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45374+P85743 | 23:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 0:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P89108 | On time 23:43 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h45 | 1:28 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| C18352+P86243 | 5:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h52 | 8:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 change | |
| C18308+P86243 | 6:18 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h22 | 8:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 change | |
| P85411 · P86961 · P86243 | 6:24 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h16 | 8:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
G28282+P86243+ Tube from London Bridge to Elephant & Castle | 6:30 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h10 | 8:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P86472+G28282+P86243 | 6:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h52 | 8:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| C02667+P85637 | 8:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 9:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P89007 | 8:43 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 10:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02623+P85644 | 9:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P89013 | 9:43 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 11:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02687+P85654 | 10:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P89019 | 10:43 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02668+P85664 | 11:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| P86543+G28302+P86281 | 11:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h52 | 13:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P86557+G28306+P86288 | 12:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h52 | 14:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| P86576+G28314+P86302 | 14:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h52 | 16:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury East (CBE) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) 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 East (CBE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury East (CBE)
Most London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury East (CBE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Bridge from London city centre
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge train station facilities and services
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, 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.
Most popular train connections from London Bridge (LBG)
Most popular trains to and from Canterbury East (CBE) and London Bridge (LBG)
Most popular train connections to Canterbury East (CBE)
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