The cheapest and fastest trains from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Cross Gate (NXG) 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 New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Cross Gate (NXG) for Canterbury West (CBW) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
9:211h58New Cross Gate (NXG)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£511One-way0 changes
9:211h58New Cross Gate (NXG)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 80 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:21 New Cross Gate (NXG) | 1h58 | 11:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Trains from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 09:21. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 9:21 |
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Train companies: Southern from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSouthern trains will get you between New Cross Gate (NXG) and Canterbury West (CBW) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Cross Gate (NXG) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in New Cross Gate (NXG) and Canterbury West (CBW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:30 Saturday 06:10 - 20:30 Sunday 06:55 - 21:10
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access to all platforms from concourse. One step from street to Ticket Office only
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stop R in New Cross Road for buses towards Canada Water, Dalston Junction/Dalston Kingsland, Crystal Palace, West Croydon, East Croydon, Norwood Junction and Sutton Use bus stop Q in New Cross Road for buses towards London Bridge
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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