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Canterbury East to Shortlands Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury East to Shortlands? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 52.91, with average prices for this route around SAR 55.02.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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10:19
Canterbury East
11:35
Shortlands
1h 16m, Changes requiredSoutheastern
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10:19
Canterbury East
12:01
Shortlands
1h 42m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslink
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11:19
Canterbury East
12:35
Shortlands
1h 16m, Changes requiredSoutheastern
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11:19
Canterbury East
13:01
Shortlands
1h 42m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslink
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12:19
Canterbury East
13:35
Shortlands
1h 16m, Changes requiredSoutheastern
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12:19
Canterbury East
14:01
Paris
1h 42m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslink
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Canterbury East to Shortlands Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:19
Last train
Last train
23:19
Departure station
Departure station
Canterbury East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Shortlands
Journey time
Journey time
1h 16m
Distance
Distance
76 km
Price
Price
SAR 52.91*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury East to Shortlands

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling 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 Shortlands. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 Canterbury East to Shortlands 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 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 traveling from Canterbury East to Shortlands, 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%

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 Shortlands 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Canterbury East to Shortlands Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.