The average train between Canterbury and Shere takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Canterbury to Shere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Canterbury and Shere. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Shere at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Tonbridge and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Canterbury to Shere? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Shere. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Shere station via Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Canterbury to Shere train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Shere train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Redhill station.
Book your Canterbury to Shere train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Canterbury and Shere is 107.7 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Gomshall via Tonbridge and Redhill in around 3h 21m.