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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Shortlands

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19

train journeys
per day

47

miles (76 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Shortlands

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Shortlands , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Shortlands is approximately 47 miles (76 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 7 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Shortlands.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Shortlands. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Shortlands Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    07:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    06:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    07:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    08:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    09:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    10:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    11:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    12:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    13:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    14:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    15:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    16:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    18:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    17:45
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    18:45
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    19:45
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    20:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    22:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    21:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    23:25
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    22:47
    5 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    04:46
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    23:47
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Canterbury East
    Shortlands
    Canterbury East to Shortlands

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

About Shortlands Station

Station name Shortlands (SRT)
Address Shortlands station, Shortlands Road, Shortlands, Greater London, BR2 0JA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
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 Canterbury East and Shortlands

The travel time between Canterbury East and Shortlands by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Shortlands vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury East & Shortlands. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Shortlands.

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