The average train between France and Canterbury takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from France 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 France and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Gare du Nord and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from France 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 France to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Paris Nord station and arriving at Canterbury West station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
France to Canterbury train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.
France to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.
The distance between France and Canterbury is 523.2 km.
You can take a subway from Châtelet to Canterbury West via Gare du Nord, Paris Nord, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 33m.