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Trains from Basingstoke to Canterbury East (CBE)

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36

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Canterbury East (CBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Canterbury East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Canterbury East is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

Southern, South Western Railway, Southeastern, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Canterbury East.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Canterbury East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Canterbury East Today

  • Mon 13th May
    04:54
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    06:36
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    06:51
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:52
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:15
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:35
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:59
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    10:17
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    10:57
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    11:17
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    11:57
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    12:17
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    12:57
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    13:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    13:57
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    14:36
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury East
    Basingstoke to Canterbury East

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury East

The travel time between Basingstoke and Canterbury East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

First class tickets on trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Basingstoke & Canterbury East. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, South Western Railway, Southeastern, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Canterbury East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.