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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £654 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £654, while a flight costs an average of £654.
Distance: 396 km
Most popular Flight | Driving |
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£654 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Düsseldorf to Canterbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 3h 7m sooner (2h 45m by flight vs 5h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £654 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Canterbury from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Canterbury is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Canterbury are London, Dover, Whitstable, Margate and Ramsgate. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Canterbury on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
Whitstable is a north Kent seaside town known for oysters, a working harbour and a relaxed maritime feel. Its shingle beach, beach huts and independent cafés give it an easy-going character shaped by fishing traditions.
Margate is a Kent seaside town known for its sandy beach, Dreamland and the Turner Contemporary. Its old town, tidal pool and broad seafront give it a relaxed character that blends resort nostalgia with a lively creative scene.
Ramsgate is a Kent seaside town known for its Royal Harbour, elegant seafront and sandy beach. Its maritime history, links to the Dunkirk evacuation and lively waterfront give it a practical, historic character.
Travel to Canterbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Canterbury.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Canterbury as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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