The average train between Canterbury and Essex takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Canterbury to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Essex station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Canterbury to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Canterbury to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Canterbury and Essex is 70.6 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 31m.