Canterbury East to London Victoria Trains From £6.75*

Take a direct Southeastern train from Canterbury East and arrive at London Victoria in just over 90 minutes – perfect for a day in the capital, whether for a meeting, a museum or a night at the theatre.

Sit back and enjoy views of orchards, chalk hills, and historic Kentish towns from your window seat as you glide by on board your Canterbury East to London Victoria train.

Southeastern runs rail services connecting London with the South East, offering high-speed departures from London St Pancras International as well as regular routes from Charing Cross and Victoria. Key destinations include Canterbury, Dover, Maidstone, Ashford and Hastings.

Departing from Canterbury East

Canterbury West railway station is conveniently located just about a 15-minute walk from Canterbury’s historic city centre. Easily reached via local bus routes, taxi or on foot, the station offers a smooth start to your journey from one of England’s most picturesque cathedral cities.

Operated by Southeastern and Thameslink, Canterbury West provides direct services to London St Pancras, Charing Cross, Ashford International (for Eurostar connections), and coastal destinations including Dover, Ramsgate and Margate.

Main stops

Climb aboard your Canterbury to London train with Southeastern and pass through Selling, Faversham, Teynham, Sittingbourne, Newington, Rainham (Kent), Gillingham (Kent), Chatham, Rochester, Longfield and Bromley South.

Arriving at London Victoria

Located in central London’s bustling Westminster district, London Victoria sits on Victoria Street at the crossroads of major rail, Underground, coach and bus connections.

With Victoria Coach Station just a few hundred metres away and easy onward connections with the London Underground via the Circle, District and Victoria lines, London Victoria makes for the perfect gateway into central London and beyond. The station is served by operators Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink and the Gatwick Express, offering direct links to destinations such as Gatwick Airport, Brighton, Dover, Ramsgate and East Grinstead.

London Victoria station is just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace and offers easy access to the cultural treasures of central London, including the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Tate Britain.

Southeastern train classes 

• Standard Class: Enjoy comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi and handy tables with power sockets aboard your Canterbury East to London Victoria train and make the most of the time to relax, read or catch up on work.
• First Class: There is no First Class service available on this line from Canterbury East to London Victoria.

Southeastern train travel advice

Get set for your Canterbury East to London Victoria train with all the information you need before you travel, including luggage allowances, assisted travel and how to make the journey with bikes, children or pets.

• Luggage: You can bring two larger suitcases or rucksacks and one piece of hand luggage onboard Southeastern services, but be sure to keep them in designated storage racks to avoid blocking aisles or doors.
• Bicycles: Standard bikes and e-bikes are permitted on off-peak services, including weekends and Bank Holidays, but are not permitted on certain routes during peak times on weekdays. Folding bikes can be brought on board all services at any time.
• Children: Kids under the age of 5 are eligible for free travel, while children aged between 5-15 can travel half-price. Up to four children can travel on off-peak services for just £1 each return, and there are also reductions for 16- and 17-year-olds who can save 50% with a 16-17 Saver railcard.
• Pets: Up to two small dogs or other small pets may travel free of charge. They should be either kept on a lead or transported in a secure carrier and kept off the seats at all times.
• Passenger Assist: Passengers requiring help boarding, navigating the station, or handling luggage can request assistance when booking tickets, via the app or by speaking to staff at larger stations on the day of travel.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.