St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 44 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 44 m

Trains on 17 Sept

1

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Mary Cray (SMY) 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 St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW), including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.

  • Southeastern
    6:341h44
    St Mary Cray (SMY)
    8:18Canterbury West (CBW)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times

The table below shows live departures for St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern6:34 St Mary Cray (SMY)
1h44
8:18 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect

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Southeastern as well as Thameslink offer trains services from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW).
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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between St Mary Cray (SMY) and Canterbury West (CBW). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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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 Thameslink Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£42
Thameslink frequency
12 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

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£31
Southeastern frequency
4 a day

FAQs: St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Mary Cray (SMY) 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.

FAQs
The train distance from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) is 68 km.
The first train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 0:48.
The last train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) departs at 23:48.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Yes, there is a direct train between St Mary Cray (SMY) and Canterbury West (CBW). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To travel from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW).
Booking trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Mary Cray to Canterbury West offers a mix of suburban and countryside views, with scenic stretches particularly noticeable as you travel through the Kent countryside, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Yes, you can take the train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Mary Cray (SMY) and Canterbury West (CBW)

Most St Mary Cray (SMY) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains use the London St Pancras International to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare St Mary Cray (SMY) and Canterbury West (CBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Canterbury
St Mary CraySt Mary Cray station, Sayes Court Road, St Mary Cray, Greater London, BR5 2PQ+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to St Mary Cray from London city centre

St Mary Cray is 20 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - Sevenoaks · 28m · £10
London Victoria - Sevenoaks · 28m · £10
BusN199 · 1h 32m · £4 · every ~2 min

St Mary Cray train station facilities and services

St Mary Cray has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Mary Cray.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Mary Cray. 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 St Mary Cray: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St Mary Cray: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Mary Cray: 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: booking hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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