The average train between Essex and Canterbury takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Essex 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 Essex and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Canterbury station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Essex to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Essex to Canterbury train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Canterbury is 70.6 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 15m.