Travelling from Canterbury to Stansted Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Canterbury to Stansted Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Canterbury to Stansted Airport take around 2 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 89 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Canterbury is scheduled to depart at around  05:15. The last departure is usually at around 22:26 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Canterbury at around 05:22, with the last train leaving at around 23:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 53 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 minute.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £92.53.

We think any time is a great time to visit Stansted Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Stansted Airport.

Is there a direct train from Canterbury to Stansted Airport?

The journey between Canterbury and Stansted Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Canterbury to Stansted Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Canterbury to Stansted Airport?

The Canterbury to Stansted Airport train travel takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Canterbury to Stansted Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Stansted Airport leaving Canterbury at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 22:26 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Canterbury at around 05:22, with the final departure at 23:25.