The average train between Canterbury and France takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury to France. 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 France. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 6:23 PM which arrives into France at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Canterbury to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at France station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Canterbury to France train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to France train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Canterbury and France is 523.2 km. The road distance is 566 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 3h 58m.