Train Tickets to Canterbury
London Victoria to Canterbury East
1h 30m
Sittingbourne to Canterbury East
25m
Gillingham (Kent) to Canterbury East
39m
Train Travel to Canterbury Guide
Perfect for sightseers and shoppers alike, trains to Canterbury are a day-tripper’s dream. From its historic Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to its beautiful parks (like Dane John Gardens, Canterbury Park, and St. Martin's Park), charming shop-lined streets, and numerous cafes, restaurants, and pubs, there's something for everyone. With two train stations connecting the city to a range of destinations, it's also easy to travel to Canterbury for a day trip.
Where do trains to Canterbury arrive?
Canterbury offers excellent accessibility from across the UK with 2 train stations serving the area. The most popular stations in the area is Canterbury West, but you may alight at Canterbury East. Where you arrive can depend on where you travel from, when you travel and who provides the service, so be sure to check when booking your ticket.
Which train companies run trains to Canterbury?
Your journey to Canterbury will be with Southeastern, as they are the sole provider of train services to the destination.
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Main Train Stations in Canterbury
- Trains to
Canterbury East
Canterbury West
How to buy cheap train tickets to Canterbury
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