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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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37

train journeys
per day

54

miles (86 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:28

first / last train

16

direct trains

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West is approximately 54 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 48 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    10:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    11:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    12:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    13:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    14:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    14:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:29
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    15:13
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    15:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    16:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:30
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:29
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    17:11
    London Charing Cross
    Canterbury West
    London Charing Cross to Canterbury West

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

First class tickets on trains between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Canterbury West.

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