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Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$27.71, with average prices for this route around AU$27.71.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	14:54 Birchington-On-Sea	Find Tickets
14:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	15:54 Birchington-On-Sea	Find Tickets
15:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	16:54 Birchington-On-Sea	Find Tickets
16:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	17:54 Birchington-On-Sea	Find Tickets
17:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	18:54 Birchington-On-Sea	Find Tickets
18:25 1h 29m, Changes required Canterbury West	19:54 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea Train Route Details

First train

05:17

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Canterbury West

Arrival station

Birchington-on-Sea

Journey time

1h 28m

Distance

19 km

Price

AU$27.71*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea Train prices and times

Canterbury West to Birchington-on-Sea Train Route Details