The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Canterbury will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Peterborough for Canterbury 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 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
7:122h22Peterborough9:34Canterbury£371One-way0 changes
7:122h22Peterborough9:34Canterbury£371One-way0 changes
Live departures
Peterborough to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:12 Peterborough | 2h22 | 9:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Canterbury
Trains from Peterborough to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from Peterborough to Canterbury trainsThameslink, Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Peterborough and Canterbury from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Canterbury
Most Peterborough to Canterbury trains use the Peterborough to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Peterborough station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough train station facilities and services
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Peterborough arrive at?
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.
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