How to get from Canterbury to Gravesend by train?

From Canterbury to Gravesend by train

To get from Canterbury to Gravesend in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Canterbury West station to Ebbsfleet International station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ebbsfleet International station to Gravesend station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min.

92min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Canterbury West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Canterbury West
    760 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    St Pancras International
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ebbsfleet International
    ID DLT
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 5
    Ride to train station Gravesend
    Ride to train station
    Gravesend
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Canterbury to Gravesend by bus and train

To get from Canterbury to Gravesend in London, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 007 bus from Bus Station, Canterbury station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 132 bus and finally take the THAMESLINK train from Rainham (Kent) station to Gravesend station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min.

117min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 007007
Bus - 132132
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Bus Station, Canterbury

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 007007
    Wait for bus
    007
    Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead
    ID A
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 132132
    Wait for bus
    132
    Chatham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cricketers, Rainham
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rainham (Kent)
    430 m • 6 min
  • 8
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Kentish Town
  • 9
    Ride to train station Gravesend
    Ride to train station
    Gravesend
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Canterbury to Gravesend

The distance between Canterbury, London and Gravesend, London is approximately 80.67 km, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Canterbury to Gravesend by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Canterbury

Canterbury is located at Orange Street, London and the nearest public transport station is Whitefriars, Canterbury.

Bus stations close to Canterbury:

  • Whitefriars, Canterbury
  • Magistrates Court, Canterbury
  • Westgate Towers, St Dunstans

Public transport stations close to Gravesend, London

Gravesend is located at Gravesend, London and the nearest public transport station is Overcliffe, Gravesend.

Train stations close to Gravesend:

  • Swanscombe
  • Northfleet

Bus stations close to Gravesend:

  • Overcliffe, Gravesend
  • Arthur Street, Gravesend
  • St George's Centre, Gravesend

Related Routes

From Canterbury to Gravesend by bus and train

To get from Canterbury to Gravesend in London, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 007 bus from Bus Station, Canterbury station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 132 bus and finally take the THAMESLINK train from Rainham (Kent) station to Gravesend station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min.

117min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 007007
Bus - 132132
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Bus Station, Canterbury

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 007007
    Wait for bus
    007
    Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Hempstead
    ID A
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 132132
    Wait for bus
    132
    Chatham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cricketers, Rainham
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rainham (Kent)
    430 m • 6 min
  • 8
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Kentish Town
  • 9
    Ride to train station Gravesend
    Ride to train station
    Gravesend
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Gravesend?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Canterbury to Gravesend?

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Bus line 007, Bus line 132, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Gravesend?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Canterbury to Gravesend?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from Canterbury West station near Canterbury in Canterbury to St Pancras International station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till St Pancras International station near Gravesend in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Canterbury to Gravesend by train?

    The total travel time between Canterbury in Canterbury and Gravesend in London by train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Canterbury to get to Gravesend?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the Canterbury West station near Canterbury in Canterbury.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Canterbury and Gravesend?

    Get off the train at the St Pancras International station, which is closest to Gravesend in London.