London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug

Cheapest price on 31 Aug

£15

Average ticket price on 31 Aug

£33

Fastest journey on 31 Aug

1 h 28 m

Average journey duration on 31 Aug

1 h 28 m

Trains on 31 Aug

36

Distance

84 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Mon 31 Aug, we found 36 trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW), including 17 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.

  • SoutheasternJ05056
    23:431h39
    London Bridge (LBG)
    1:22Canterbury West (CBW)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternJ05060
    21:431h39
    London Bridge (LBG)
    23:22Canterbury West (CBW)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternJ05058
    22:431h38
    London Bridge (LBG)
    0:21Canterbury West (CBW)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternJ05086
    8:431h36
    London Bridge (LBG)
    10:19Canterbury West (CBW)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternJ05088
    7:431h36
    London Bridge (LBG)
    9:19Canterbury West (CBW)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 84 km

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Coach

£21

Average Price

£13

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Cheapest

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

2h 8m

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Live departures

London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP85673+ThameslinkW45803
Delayed
11:40 12:06London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
13:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89032
On time
12:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
14:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85679+ThameslinkW45772
Delayed
12:40 13:06London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
14:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89038
On time
13:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
15:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45771+SoutheasternP85685
On time
14:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
15:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89044
On time
14:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
16:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85691+ThameslinkW45800
On time
15:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
16:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89051
On time
15:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
17:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45788+SoutheasternP85697
On time
16:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
17:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89058
On time
16:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
18:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45794+SoutheasternP85702
On time
17:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
18:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89066
On time
17:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
19:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45796+SoutheasternP85708
On time
18:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
19:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89073
On time
18:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
20:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC02552+SoutheasternP85714
On time
19:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
20:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89081
On time
19:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
21:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC02542+SoutheasternP85720
On time
20:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
21:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89088
On time
20:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
22:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28271+SoutheasternP85729
On time
21:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
22:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP89094
On time
21:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
23:19 Canterbury West (CBW)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC02554+SoutheasternP85737
On time
22:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
23:34 Canterbury West (CBW)
1 change
SoutheasternP8910222:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
0:19 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect
Monday 31 August
SoutheasternJ05929+ThameslinkC100155:58 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
7:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ05929+TubeTube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International6:00 London Bridge (LBG)
1h34
7:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
ThameslinkW45541+SoutheasternJ059277:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
8:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ050887:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
9:19 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternJ05925+ThameslinkX013168:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
9:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ050868:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
10:19 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternJ05923+ThameslinkW454039:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
10:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ050849:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
11:19 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternJ05920+ThameslinkW4553510:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
11:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ0508210:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h40
12:23 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternJ05917+ThameslinkW4555311:06 London Bridge (LBG)
1h28
12:34 Canterbury West (CBW)1 change
SoutheasternJ0508011:43 London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
13:19 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect

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Southeastern as well as Southeastern or Thameslink offer trains services from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).

Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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Trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 26m.

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 £8
Distance
84 km
Average train duration
1h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 26m
First train
5:33
Last train
22:50
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury West (CBW) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£10
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

Thameslink

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£49
Thameslink frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) covers a distance of 84 km and takes approximately 1h 26m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) is 84 km.
The first train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 5:33.
The last train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) departs at 22:50.
Trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury West (CBW). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
To get from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).
The cheapest way to get from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Bridge to Canterbury West offers picturesque views of the Kent countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from London Bridge to Canterbury West is feasible. The journey takes 1h 26m, with a distance of 84 km. There are 4 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury West (CBW)

Most London Bridge (LBG) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare London Bridge (LBG) and Canterbury West (CBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Canterbury
London BridgeLondon Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Bridge from London city centre

London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells, London Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Maidstone East, London Charing Cross - Hastings, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Ashford International, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central, London Charing Cross - Headcorn, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - Gillingham, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Canterbury West, London Charing Cross - Tonbridge, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 12m · £0.90 · every ~36 min
London Victoria - London Bridge · 58m · £10 · every ~4 min
BusN381, 381 · 12m · £2 · every ~24 min
N21 · 14m · £4 · every ~2 min
SubwayJubilee · 5m · £2 · every ~71 min

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.

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