7:252h09London Heathrow Airport9:34Canterbury£471One-way0 changes
9:302h49London Heathrow Airport12:19Canterbury£831One-way0 changes
20:022h38London Heathrow Airport22:40Canterbury£861One-way0 changes
8:302h49London Heathrow Airport11:19Canterbury£861One-way0 changes
8:022h38London Heathrow Airport10:40Canterbury£871One-way0 changes
7:252h09London Heathrow Airport9:34Canterbury£471One-way0 changes
21:512h37London Heathrow Airport0:28Canterbury£961One-way0 changes
20:022h38London Heathrow Airport22:40Canterbury£861One-way0 changes
8:022h38London Heathrow Airport10:40Canterbury£871One-way0 changes
9:302h49London Heathrow Airport12:19Canterbury£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 108 km
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£76 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury trains for today, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:02 London Heathrow Airport | 2h38 | 9:40 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 2h09 | 9:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:36 London Heathrow Airport | 2h43 | 10:19 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 London Heathrow Airport | 2h49 | 11:19 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:36 London Heathrow Airport | 2h43 | 11:19 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:02 London Heathrow Airport | 2h38 | 11:40 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 London Heathrow Airport | 2h49 | 12:19 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury by coach or train
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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 Elizabeth line to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 23:02 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Train companies: Southeastern, Elizabeth line from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern, Elizabeth line trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Canterbury from £20. 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 Heathrow Airport to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport and Canterbury
Most London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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