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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
£77
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worthing to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Worthing to Canterbury will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Worthing to Canterbury you need to make at least 2 changes.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Worthing to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 114 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£82 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Worthing to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 10:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 11:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 11:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 12:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 12:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 13:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 13:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:03 Worthing | 3h17 | 14:20 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 14:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 15:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 15:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 16:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 16:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:03 Worthing | 3h16 | 17:19 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 17:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:33 Worthing | 2h38 | 18:11 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:03 Worthing | 2h38 | 18:41 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 19:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:03 Worthing | 3h20 | 20:23 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 20:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:03 Worthing | 3h17 | 21:20 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 21:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:03 Worthing | 3h17 | 22:20 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 22:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:03 Worthing | 3h15 | 23:18 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:33 Worthing | 3h01 | 23:34 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:03 Worthing | 9h36 | 7:39 Canterbury | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Worthing to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £66 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:03 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing 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 Worthing to Canterbury trains use the Worthing to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Worthing and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Goring-by-Sea is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
Goring-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Goring-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Parking.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goring-by-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Ramps below 400m Short steep ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient) to platforms. Interchange via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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