The average train between New Cross and Canterbury takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from New Cross 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 New Cross and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from New Cross is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 12:34 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from New Cross 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 New Cross to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from New Cross station and arriving at Canterbury station via Canterbury West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
New Cross to Canterbury train services, operated by Southern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
New Cross to Canterbury train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your New Cross to Canterbury train tickets online with Southern, Thameslink and Southeastern.
The distance between New Cross and Canterbury is 80.6 km. The road distance is 122 km.
Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury West hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 54 min.