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The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge
Engaging Roman museum built around the remains of a town house. See mosaics, artefacts and displays that bring Roman Canterbury to life.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£50
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£62
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
2 h 6 m
Trains on 09 Oct
37
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury you need to make at least 2 changes.
P86262+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+
P66199
P86271+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+
P02916
P89018+
P66211+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge
P86279+
P66289+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria
P89024+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
P66255
P85663+
L55708 · P66278
P85653+
L55696 · P02914
P85671+
L55720 · P66329
P85683+
P66393 · L55744
P85677+
P66369 · L55732Trains from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 09:28. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 7:25 |
Last train 9:28 |
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The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66070 · L55659+ P85888 · P88661 | 5:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 8:18 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66070+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89000 | 5:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h28 | 9:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P01069+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85628 | On time 6:05 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 8:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66093 · L55663+ P85628 | 6:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h09 | 8:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66105+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86247 | 6:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 9:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66105+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85894 · P89000 | 6:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h42 | 9:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66115+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89006 | 6:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h32 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66115 · L55667+ P85894 · P89000 | 6:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h33 | 9:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P02907+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85636 | On time 7:09 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h28 | 9:37 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02909 · L55672+ P85636 | On time 7:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h17 | 9:37 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66151+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85902 · P89006 | 7:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h41 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66163 · L55678+ P85902 · P89006 | On time 7:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h32 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66175+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85643 | On time 8:09 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h25 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66187 · L55684+ P85643 | 8:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h09 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66199+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86262 | 8:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 11:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66199+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85910 · P89012 | 8:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h38 | 11:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66211+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89018 | On time 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h24 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66211 · L55690+ P85910 · P89012 | On time 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 11:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66222+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85653 | 9:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02914 · L55696+ P85653 | 9:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02916+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85917 · P89018 | 9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P02916+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86271 | 9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 12:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66255+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89024 | On time 9:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h21 | 13:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66255 · L55702+ P85917 · P89018 | 9:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66267+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85663 | 10:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66278 · L55708+ P85663 | On time 10:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66289+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85923 · P89024 | On time 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 13:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66289+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86279 | On time 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 13:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66300 · L55714+ P85923 · P89024 | On time 10:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 13:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66300+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89030 | On time 10:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h21 | 14:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66314+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85671 | On time 11:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 13:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66329 · L55720+ P85671 | On time 11:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 13:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02922+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85930 · P89030 | On time 11:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 14:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P02922+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86286 | On time 11:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 14:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P02924+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89036 | On time 11:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h21 | 15:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02924 · L55726+ P85930 · P89030 | On time 11:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 14:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66363+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85677 | 12:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 14:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66369 · L55732+ P85677 | 12:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 14:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66375+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86293 | On time 12:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 15:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66375+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85936 · P89036 | On time 12:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 15:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66381 · L55738+ P85936 · P89036 | On time 12:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 15:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66387+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85683 | 13:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 15:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66387+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86296 | 13:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 16:06 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66393 · L55744+ P85683 | 13:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 15:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66399+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86301 | On time 13:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h00 | 16:43 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66399+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85942 · P89042 | On time 13:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 16:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P02926 · L55750+ P85942 · P89042 | On time 13:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 16:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P02928+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85689 | 14:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 16:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02928+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86305 | 14:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h58 | 17:09 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66417 · L55756+ P85689 | 14:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 16:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66423+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86310 | On time 14:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 17:42 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66423+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85948 · P89049 | 14:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 17:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66429 · L55762+ P85948 · P89049 | 14:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h22 | 17:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66429+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89056 | On time 14:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h27 | 18:25 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66435+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85695 | On time 15:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 17:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66435+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86315 · P85394 | On time 15:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 18:10 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3 changes | |
P66441 · L55768+ P85695 | On time 15:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 17:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66447+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86318 | On time 15:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h54 | 18:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66453+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89063 | On time 15:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h27 | 19:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66453+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85748 | On time 15:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h14 | 18:11 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P02930+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86321 · P85396 | 16:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 19:14 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3 changes | |
P02932+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85749 | 16:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h14 | 18:41 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66471+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85961 · P89063 | On time 16:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h41 | 19:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66471+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86325 | On time 16:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h54 | 19:37 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P67526+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89071 | On time 16:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h30 | 20:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P67526 · L55786+ P85961 · P89063 | On time 16:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h30 | 19:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P66482+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85706 | 17:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h23 | 19:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66482+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86328 · P85398 | 17:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 20:16 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3 changes | |
P67527 · L55792+ P85706 | On time 17:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 19:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
P66493+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P86332 | 17:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 20:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
P66493+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85967 · P89071 | 17:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h41 | 20:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
P67529 · L55798+ P85967 · P89071 | On time 17:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h26 | 20:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
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Discover the best of Canterbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Canterbury trip today.
Engaging Roman museum built around the remains of a town house. See mosaics, artefacts and displays that bring Roman Canterbury to life.
Interactive museum on the site of Roman Canterbury, with preserved pavement mosaics, finds and family-friendly interpretation underground.
Local museum and gallery with art, ceramics, natural history and changing displays. Good for a broad introduction to the city and region.
Historic pedestrian street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops and cafés. A classic place to experience Canterbury’s medieval townscape.
A landscaped public garden beside the old city walls. Popular for riverside walks, flower displays and a relaxing break near the centre.
A peaceful green beside the River Stour and cathedral precinct. Ideal for a short scenic walk, picnic or photographs of the city’s historic core.
Kentish Huffkin is a traditional Kent bread roll, often served filled with ham, cheese or fruit. It is a long-standing local bakery staple across East Kent.
Canterbury Tart is a local jam tart linked with the city, typically made with shortcrust pastry and apple or berry jam. It is a classic Kent teatime bake.
Kentish Cobnuts are cultivated hazelnuts from Kent, prized for their sweet flavour and strong county identity. They are eaten fresh, roasted or in desserts.
Popular city-centre bistro serving modern British dishes in a relaxed, stylish setting. Well regarded for brunch, lunch and seasonal dinners.
Elegant restaurant focused on seafood and modern British cooking. A refined but welcoming choice for a special meal near the city centre.
Historic pub with traditional interiors, local ales and hearty British food. A good place to try Kentish beer in a characterful setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Canterbury West -> Canterbury Bus Station, Canterbury
The most popular day trips by train from Canterbury are London, Dover, Whitstable, Margate and Ramsgate. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Canterbury on Omio.

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 53m.

Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 28m.

Whitstable is a north Kent seaside town known for oysters, a working harbour and a relaxed maritime feel. Its shingle beach, beach huts and independent cafés give it an easy-going character shaped by fishing traditions.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 16m.

Margate is a Kent seaside town known for its sandy beach, Dreamland and the Turner Contemporary. Its old town, tidal pool and broad seafront give it a relaxed character that blends resort nostalgia with a lively creative scene.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 33m.

Ramsgate is a Kent seaside town known for its Royal Harbour, elegant seafront and sandy beach. Its maritime history, links to the Dunkirk evacuation and lively waterfront give it a practical, historic character.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 21m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.

Most London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Canterbury West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Canterbury East.
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
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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