How much is the train ticket from Chatham to Canterbury?

The cheapest train tickets from Chatham to Canterbury start from R 472. The average price for this train route is around R 475. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chatham to Canterbury?

The average train journey time from Chatham to Canterbury is 49m, covering a distance of 42 km. The quickest train can get you there in 45m and is operated by Southeastern .

Which train operators serve the Chatham to Canterbury route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chatham to Canterbury?

The earliest train from Chatham to Canterbury departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 21:25.

Train Chatham to Canterbury from R 446

Next train departures

Next departures from Chatham to Canterbury on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:19	Rochester	51m	08:10	Canterbury East	Cheapest
Train	15:20	Rochester	47m	16:07	Canterbury East	Fastest
Train	07:51	Rochester	50m	08:41	Canterbury East	No tags
Train	08:53	Rochester	49m	09:42	Canterbury East	No tags
Train	15:53	Rochester	50m	16:43	Canterbury East	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:39 AM GMT.

Get from Chatham to Canterbury

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 472, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

49mAverage duration

42 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at R 472

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chatham to Canterbury by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Chatham to Canterbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Chatham to Canterbury start from R 472. The average price for this train route is around R 475. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chatham to Canterbury?
The average train journey time from Chatham to Canterbury is 49m, covering a distance of 42 km. The quickest train can get you there in 45m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators serve the Chatham to Canterbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chatham to Canterbury?
The earliest train from Chatham to Canterbury departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 21:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 455

10/12

R 455

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R 455

12/12

R 455

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R 446

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The cheapest trip from Chatham to Canterbury was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 446

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chatham to Canterbury as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 446 to R 455 for a train ticket from Chatham to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 446, which is on 2025-12-15.