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Canterbury East to Headcorn train prices and times

Planning a journey from Canterbury East to Headcorn? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €6.39, with average prices for this route around €6.39. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
11:46 57m, Direct Canterbury East	12:43 Headcorn	Find Tickets
12:02 1h 11m, No direct Canterbury East	13:13 Headcorn	Find Tickets
12:46 57m, Direct Canterbury East	13:43 Headcorn	Find Tickets
13:02 1h 11m, No direct Canterbury East	14:13 Headcorn	Find Tickets
13:46 57m, Direct Canterbury East	14:43 Headcorn	Find Tickets
14:02 1h 11m, No direct Canterbury East	15:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury East to Headcorn train route details

First train

04:57

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Canterbury East

Arrival station

Headcorn

Journey time

53m

Distance

34 km

Price

€6.39*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury East to Headcorn

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Canterbury East to Headcorn. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Canterbury East to Headcorn, 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 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 Canterbury East to Headcorn ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Canterbury East to Headcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury East to Headcorn 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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