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Woolwich to Canterbury train prices and times

Planning a journey from Woolwich to Canterbury? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.80, with average prices for this route around £15.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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15:41
2h 1m, No direct
Woolwich Arsenal
17:42
Canterbury East
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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15:45
1h 49m, Direct
Woolwich Arsenal
17:34
Canterbury West
Southeastern
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16:11
1h 58m, No direct
Woolwich Arsenal
18:09
Canterbury East
ThameslinkSoutheastern
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16:16
1h 53m, No direct
Woolwich Dockyard
18:09
Canterbury East
Southeastern
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16:28
1h 43m, Direct
Woolwich Arsenal
18:11
Canterbury West
Southeastern
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16:34
1h 37m, No direct
Woolwich Arsenal
18:11
Paris
Elizabeth lineSoutheastern
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Woolwich to Canterbury train route details

First train
First train
00:54
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Woolwich
Arrival station
Arrival station
Canterbury
Journey time
Journey time
1h 32m
Distance
Distance
46 miles
Price
Price
£10.80*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Woolwich to Canterbury

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Woolwich to Canterbury can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

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 Woolwich to Canterbury, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Woolwich to Canterbury ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

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

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