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Sandwich to Canterbury East train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Sandwich to Canterbury East, starting from €12.54 and averaging €12.66. The entire journey takes no more than 56m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:50 1h 2m, No direct Sandwich	16:52 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
16:01 1h 15m, No direct Sandwich	17:16 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
16:24 57m, No direct Sandwich	17:21 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
16:31 1h 15m, No direct Sandwich	17:46 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
17:01 1h 15m, No direct Sandwich	18:16 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
17:24 57m, No direct Sandwich	18:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Sandwich to Canterbury East train route details

First train

05:00

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Sandwich

Arrival station

Canterbury East

Journey time

56m

Distance

19 km

Price

€12.54*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Sandwich to Canterbury East

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Sandwich to Canterbury East can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Sandwich to Canterbury East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Sandwich to Canterbury East 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 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 travelling from Sandwich to Canterbury East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sandwich to Canterbury East train ticket types

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

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