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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Charing Cross (CHX) for Canterbury West (CBW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 87 km
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2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:34 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h45 | 09:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h49 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:34 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h45 | 10:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:34 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h44 | 16:18 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:04 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h57 | 18:01 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 17:34. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 17:34 |
Train companies: Southeastern from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Charing Cross (CHX) 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.
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FAQs: London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Charing Cross (CHX) and Canterbury West (CBW)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
- Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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