London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train with DB Southeastern

Sun, 26 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Southern
09:193h44
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
13:03Canterbury West (CBW)
£301One-way
0 changes
DB Southeastern
08:592h19
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
11:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£311One-way
0 changes
DB Southeastern
09:072h28
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
11:35Canterbury West (CBW)
£621One-way
0 changes

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 26 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern09:07 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)2h28 11:35 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesDirect
SouthernSouthern09:19 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)3h44 13:03 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesDirect
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern08:59 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)2h19 11:18 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesDirect

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Train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Fastest Journey

2 h 19 m

Average

2 h 50 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

88 km

Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for Canterbury West (CBW) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

DB Southeastern
08:592h19
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
11:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£311One-way
0 changes
DB Southeastern
09:072h28
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
11:35Canterbury West (CBW)
£621One-way
0 changes
Southern
09:193h44
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
13:03Canterbury West (CBW)
£301One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £17 by bus.
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 £17
Distance
88 km
Average train duration
2h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
11
Train providers
3
Fastest train
1h 56m
First train
06:18
Last train
17:32
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 £17

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) from £28 with Omio’s train partners Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

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.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) with Southeastern:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 28 min
  • Cheapest Price: £28

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is 1 h 56 min   to travel the 55 mile long journey, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 05: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 13: 32.
There are 12 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) which require at least one change with Southeastern or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) train with Southeastern or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Canterbury West (CBW) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Canterbury West (CBW) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury West (CBW) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury West (CBW) including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury West (CBW)

London
Canterbury
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Real Eating Company
  • Azouma
  • Bangkok House
  • Panteli's
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Falstaff Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Public transport options for Canterbury West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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