London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£43

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£47

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

54 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

2 h 35 m

Trains on 17 Sept

5

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE), including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.

  • Southeastern
    23:508h42
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    8:32Canterbury East (CBE)
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Southeastern
    22:400h54
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    23:34Canterbury East (CBE)
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    23:400h54
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    0:34Canterbury East (CBE)
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    22:071h11
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    23:18Canterbury East (CBE)
    £501One-way
    1 change
  • Southeastern
    23:071h13
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    0:20Canterbury East (CBE)
    £501One-way
    1 change

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Why should you book London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains with Omio?

Southeastern as well as Thameslink offer trains services from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).
Omio is the only official third party seller for Southeastern tickets.

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 Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury East (CBE). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
2h 4m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£45
Thameslink frequency
2 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

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
51m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£43
Southeastern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.

FAQs
The train distance from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) is 88 km.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) leaves at 7:41.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) departs at 7:41.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury East (CBE). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).
Booking trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) 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 Kings Cross to Canterbury East offers glimpses of the English countryside, passing through quaint towns and fields, providing a pleasant and moderately scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury East (CBE)

Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury East (CBE) trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury East (CBE) 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 Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £13 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

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