Canterbury West to London St Pancras International Trains From €20.86*

It takes approximately one hour to get from Canterbury West to London St Pancras International with Southeastern.

You’ll travel through the historic county of Kent, skipping past the Kent Downs National Landscape before reaching Greater London.

Southeastern operates a high-speed network that serves London, Kent, and East Sussex, accommodating 450,000 passengers each day.

Departing from Canterbury West

The train to London St Pancras International will depart from Canterbury West Station, which is located in the city centre near Westgate Towers and the High Street. This means that if you arrive in the city from around the local area, the station isn’t too far to walk.

Main stops

There are three stations from Canterbury West to London St Pancras International. They are: Ashford International, Ebbsfleet International, and Stratford International.

These routes may change due to scheduling conflicts or engineering work. So, it’s best to check beforehand. If you want to buy cheap train tickets, you can use a Railcard to get an extra discount.

Arriving at London St Pancras International

The train from Canterbury West arrives at London St Pancras International, located in the borough of Camden along Euston Road. It acts as the primary terminus for the UK’s only international rail link through Eurostar, providing connections to various European destinations, such as Paris.

The station is perfectly positioned to help you quickly explore the rest of London. A quick two-minute stroll will take you to King’s Cross station, a key hub on the London Underground that serves the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines. You'll also find plenty of buses and taxis along Euston Road to make your travels even smoother.

From St Pancras International, you have the whole of London to explore. The British Museum and British Library are close by, and Lord’s Cricket Ground, Regent’s Park, and the Charles Dickens Museum are only a tube ride away, too.

Southeastern train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: There are no Canterbury West to London St Pancras International First Class tickets. This is because Southeastern abolished its First Class service in 2022.

Southeastern train travel advice

• Luggage: Bags and other luggage items are permitted. Luggage must weigh no more than 23kg. No more than two large suitcases.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes are welcomed but there is a ‘first come, first served’ policy. You cannot bring your bike if your train departs London during peak hours.
• Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Up to four children between 5 and 15 can travel for £1 with one fare-paying adult ticket. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Assist with travel planning, provide travel information, handle luggage, reserve seats, support boarding, and offer connection services.

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