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Dartford to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dartford to Canterbury West, starting from $39.97 and averaging $43.26. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 25 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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07:54 2 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Crayford	10:18 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
07:54 2 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Crayford	10:18 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
08:00 1 hour 34 minutes, Changes required Dartford	09:34 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
08:30 2 hours 34 minutes, Changes required Dartford	11:04 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
08:32 2 hours 32 minutes, Changes required Crayford	11:04 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
08:54 2 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Crayford	11:18 Paris	Find Tickets

Dartford to Canterbury West Train Route Details

First train

01:24

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Dartford

Arrival station

Canterbury West

Journey time

1 hour 25 minutes

Distance

63 km

Price

$39.97*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Dartford to Canterbury West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dartford to Canterbury West. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Dartford 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%

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 Dartford to Canterbury West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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

Dartford to Canterbury West 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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