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Whitstable to Canterbury East Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Whitstable to Canterbury East, starting from €12.36 and averaging €12.36. The entire journey takes no more than 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:24 34m, Changes required Whitstable	07:58 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
08:24 34m, Changes required Whitstable	08:58 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
09:24 34m, Changes required Whitstable	09:58 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
10:27 31m, Changes required Whitstable	10:58 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
11:27 31m, Changes required Whitstable	11:58 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
12:27 31m, Changes required Whitstable	12:58 Paris	Find Tickets

Whitstable to Canterbury East Train Route Details

First train

07:24

Last train

22:27

Departure station

Whitstable

Arrival station

Canterbury East

Journey time

31m

Distance

10 km

Price

€12.36*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Whitstable to Canterbury East

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 Whitstable to Canterbury East can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Whitstable to Canterbury East, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Whitstable to Canterbury East ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Whitstable to Canterbury East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Whitstable to Canterbury East train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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