Timetable

Train route

Cheap train tickets

Dover to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dover to Canterbury West, starting from QAR 54.92 and averaging QAR 54.92. The entire journey takes no more than 36m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

View More Trains

Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:11 53m, Direct Dover Priory	16:04 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
15:44 49m, Direct Dover Priory	16:33 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
16:18 49m, Direct Dover Priory	17:07 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
16:48 49m, Direct Dover Priory	17:37 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
17:18 49m, Direct Dover Priory	18:07 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
17:48 49m, Direct Dover Priory	18:37 Paris	Find Tickets

Dover to Canterbury West Train Route Details

First train

04:45

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Dover

Arrival station

Canterbury West

Journey time

36m

Distance

24 km

Price

QAR 54.92*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Dover to Canterbury West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Dover to Canterbury West can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dover to Canterbury West for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dover to Canterbury West, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Dover to Canterbury West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dover to Canterbury West train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:





Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Best price promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Save an average of 30% on train fares by splitting your Dover to Canterbury West journey
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Dover to Canterbury West from QAR 54.92

Save an average of 30%* with SplitTickets

Dover to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Dover to Canterbury West Train Route Details