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Canterbury West to East Malling train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury West to East Malling? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.20, with average prices for this route around £7.20.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:20 Canterbury West	06:35 East Malling	1h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:31 Canterbury West	07:35 East Malling	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Canterbury West	08:08 East Malling	1h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:19 Canterbury West	08:35 East Malling	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:49 Canterbury West	09:08 East Malling	1h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:23 Canterbury West	09:35 Paris	1h 12m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Canterbury West to East Malling train route details

First train

05:20

Last train

22:23

Departure station

Canterbury West

Arrival station

East Malling

Journey time

59m

Distance

28 miles

Price

£7.20*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury West to East Malling

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Canterbury West to East Malling 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Canterbury West to East Malling 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Canterbury West to East Malling, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Canterbury West to East Malling more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury West to East Malling 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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