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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Dover to Canterbury. Traveling by train from Dover to Canterbury usually takes around 24 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in 19 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (24 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 19m |
| Lowest price | £6.85 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Dover to Canterbury?
Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Dover to Canterbury. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 12 | 0h 24m | £8.61 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Dover to Canterbury tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Dover at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Canterbury. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Canterbury to Dover.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city centre, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express coach.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dover?
Main departure station: Dover Priory
There is one train station in Dover.
All train stations in Dover:
Dover Priory
Where is the train station in Canterbury?
Main arrival station: Canterbury East
Canterbury receives travelers from Dover at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Canterbury:
Canterbury East
Adisham Station
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