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Canterbury to Gravesend Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Canterbury to Gravesend. Traveling by train from Canterbury to Gravesend usually takes one hour and 20 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in one hour and 13 minutes.

Distance33 mi (52 km)
Fastest train1h 13m
Lowest price$28.10
Most frequent serviceSoutheastern
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Which train should you take from Canterbury to Gravesend?

Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Canterbury to Gravesend. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Southeastern61h 20m$29.78
  • 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 about traveling by train from Canterbury to Gravesend

The distance between Canterbury and Gravesend is approximately 33 miles, or 52 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 13 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Canterbury to Gravesend. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Canterbury at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Gravesend to Canterbury.

City Information

Canterbury

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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, 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 bus.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Canterbury?

Main departure station: Adisham Station

There are two stations in Canterbury where you can board the train to Gravesend.

All train stations in Canterbury:

  • Adisham Station

  • Canterbury East

Where is the train station in Gravesend?

Main arrival station: Sole Street Station

Gravesend has one train station.

All train stations in Gravesend:

  • Sole Street Station

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