The average train between Canterbury and Ash takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury to Ash. 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 hourly between Canterbury and Ash. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Ash at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Tonbridge and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Canterbury to Ash? 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 Canterbury to Ash. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Ash station via Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Canterbury to Ash train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Ash train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ash station.
Book your Canterbury to Ash train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Canterbury and Ash is 125.7 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Ash via Tonbridge and Redhill in around 3h 17m.