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Woolwich to Canterbury Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Woolwich to Canterbury, starting from $45.96 and averaging $70.85. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 32 minutes. 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	Operator	Find Tickets
16:16 1 hour 54 minutes, Changes required Woolwich Dockyard	18:10 Canterbury East		Find Tickets
16:28 1 hour 43 minutes, Direct Woolwich Arsenal	18:11 Canterbury West		Find Tickets
16:34 1 hour 37 minutes, Changes required Woolwich Arsenal	18:11 Canterbury West	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:41 1 hour 56 minutes, Changes required Woolwich Arsenal	18:37 Canterbury East		Find Tickets
16:58 1 hour 43 minutes, Direct Woolwich Arsenal	18:41 Canterbury West		Find Tickets
17:04 1 hour 37 minutes, Changes required Woolwich Arsenal	18:41 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Woolwich to Canterbury Train Route Details

First train

00:23

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Woolwich

Arrival station

Canterbury

Journey time

1 hour 32 minutes

Distance

74 km

Price

$45.96*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Woolwich to Canterbury

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Woolwich to Canterbury during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Woolwich to Canterbury 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Woolwich to Canterbury, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Woolwich to Canterbury 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Woolwich to Canterbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Woolwich to Canterbury 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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Woolwich to Canterbury Train prices and times

Woolwich to Canterbury Train Route Details