The average train between Diss and Canterbury takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Diss 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 hourly between Diss and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Diss is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Diss 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 Diss to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Diss station and arriving at Canterbury station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Diss to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Diss station.
Diss to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Diss to Canterbury train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Diss and Canterbury is 122.1 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Diss to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 53m.