The average train between Braintree and Canterbury takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Braintree to Canterbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Braintree and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Braintree is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Braintree to Canterbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Braintree station and arriving at Canterbury station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Braintree to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.
Braintree to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Braintree to Canterbury train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Braintree and Canterbury is 75.9 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Braintree to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 23m.