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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
88 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
11:400h54
London Kings Cross (KGX)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£161One-way
0 changes
06:390h55
London Kings Cross (KGX)07:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£201One-way
0 changes
08:071h14
London Kings Cross (KGX)09:21Canterbury West (CBW)
£231One-way
0 changes
09:400h54
London Kings Cross (KGX)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£231One-way
0 changes
19:071h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)20:20Canterbury West (CBW)
£491One-way
0 changes
09:400h54
London Kings Cross (KGX)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£231One-way
0 changes
11:400h54
London Kings Cross (KGX)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£161One-way
0 changes
06:390h55
London Kings Cross (KGX)07:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£201One-way
0 changes
19:071h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)20:20Canterbury West (CBW)
£491One-way
0 changes
08:071h14
London Kings Cross (KGX)09:21Canterbury West (CBW)
£231One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 88 km
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1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:53
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h55 | 07:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h14 | 09:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h54 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h54 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h13 | 20:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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 88 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 06:39 |
Last train 19:37 |
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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£16
Southeastern frequency
8 a day
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 Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£47
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
FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
FAQs: Travel by train from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Booking trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury West (CBW). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
The cost of a train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) is 88 km.
The train journey from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) covers a distance of 88 km and takes approximately 54m. Trains run 8 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW).
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 6:39.
To get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) departs at 19:37.
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW) run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Canterbury West (CBW).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Canterbury West (CBW)
London
Canterbury
The major train station for departures in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your trip from London to Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
The major train station for arrivals in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your journey to Canterbury from London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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