How to travel from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury, United Kingdom

The distance between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury is around 111km (69 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CanterburyGatwick Airport (LGW) if you're planning a return trip.

1
train
+
train
+

Train

Take the train to London St Pancras International LL and then to Canterbury West.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £52($62)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

💰 Cheapest
2
bus
+
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to London Victoria Coach Stop 10 and then to Canterbury.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    £16($19)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

🚀 Fastest
3
car
+

Drive

Drive to Canterbury.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance111km (69 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury

There are several options for getting from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £16 ($19) and will take around 3h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £19 ($23).

The distance between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury is around 111km (69 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 89km (55 miles)

It takes around 1h 40m to get from Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx £19 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £16 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury. It typically takes around 1h 40m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in London St Pancras International LL. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 1h 40m.

Thameslink, South Eastern Trains Service, Southern Service and Gatwick Express run train services between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs twice a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in London Victoria Coach Stop 10. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 3h 20m.

Megabus UK and National Express run regular bus services between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury. Buses run twice a week and take around 3h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Canterbury from Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to drive which will take 1h 10m and cost around £19 ($23).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury. We recommend that you take the train to London St Pancras International LL and then to Canterbury West. instead which will take 1h 40m.

The closest major airport to Canterbury is London City Airport (LCY) (LCY) which is approximately 76km (47 miles) from Canterbury. London Stansted Airport (STN) (STN) and Gatwick Airport (LGW) (LGW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury. The distance is around 111km (69 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 40m and will usually cost around £52 ($62).

How do I get from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury

Compare travel optionsbetween Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury

Transport options from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
1h 40m
£52($62)
hourly160km (99 miles)
Train via London Victoria2hrs
£44($52)
hourly141km (88 miles)
Bus
3h 20m
£16($19)
twice a week158km (98 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
£19($23)
on demand111km (69 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Canterbury

Train operators

Bus companies

Airports near Canterbury

The following major airports near Canterbury offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LCY
London City Airport (LCY)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Canterbury
STN
London Stansted Airport (STN)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Canterbury
LGW
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Canterbury