The cheapest and fastest trains from Rye to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rye to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rye to Canterbury will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rye for Canterbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.
8:480h46Rye9:34Canterbury£211One-way0 changes
9:480h46Rye10:34Canterbury£221One-way0 changes
9:480h46Rye10:34Canterbury£221One-way0 changes
8:480h46Rye9:34Canterbury£211One-way0 changes
Live departures
Rye to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Rye 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 Rye | 0h46 | 9:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Rye | 0h46 | 10:34 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rye to Canterbury
Trains from Rye to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 46m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Southern from Rye to Canterbury trainsSouthern trains will get you between Rye and Canterbury from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rye to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rye 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 Rye and Canterbury
Most Rye to Canterbury trains use the Rye to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare Rye and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rye station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Rye train station facilities and services
Rye has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rye.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rye.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rye: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Rye: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rye: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via a car park, street and level crossing (over 400m length). Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Rye 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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