Luton to Canterbury by train
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Overview: trains from Luton to Canterbury
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Getting ready for a trip from Luton to Canterbury aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.
Cost of train tickets between Luton and Canterbury
The cheapest train tickets from Luton to Canterbury start at £23.06. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .
Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Luton to Canterbury is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.
Luton to Canterbury departure timetable
On this route, 58 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Luton at 03:44 and the last leaving at 23:16 during the week.
For weekend travel to Canterbury, the earliest departure is at 00:07 and the last one is at 23:59. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 15 minutes.
Luton to Canterbury train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 122 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When are tickets between Luton and Canterbury available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Luton and Canterbury can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
More information on train travel from Luton to Canterbury
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Canterbury city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Luton to Canterbury
Want to know more about your journey from Luton to Canterbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The distance between Luton and Canterbury is 122 kilometres.
The cheapest fare for this route is £23.06. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .
Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest journey takes 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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