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Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 49.030, with average prices for this route around BHD 49.030. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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18:43
5 hours 12 minutes, Changes required
Gillingham (Dorset)
23:55
Canterbury East
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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21:45
9 hours 46 minutes, Changes required
Gillingham (Dorset)
07:31
+1
Canterbury East
South Western RailwaySouthernSoutheastern
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22:43
9 hours 58 minutes, Changes required
Gillingham (Dorset)
08:41
+1
Paris
South Western RailwaySouthernSoutheastern
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Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:48
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure station
Departure station
Gillingham (Dorset)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Canterbury East
Journey time
Journey time
5 hours 7 minutes
Distance
Distance
236 km
Price
Price
BHD 49.030*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East 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 Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East, 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 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 Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East 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

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 Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gillingham (Dorset) to Canterbury East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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