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Trains from Kirkby (Merseyside) (KIR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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20

train journeys
per day

226

miles (364 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Kirkby (Merseyside) (KIR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West is approximately 226 miles (364 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 54 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:43
    4 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    10:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    11:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:28
    5 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    12:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:58
    5 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    13:18
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    13:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    14:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    15:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:13
    5 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    16:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:58
    5 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:13
    4 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    18:11
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:58
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    18:41
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    19:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:58
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    20:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:28
    5 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    21:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:58
    5 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    22:19
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:58
    5 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    23:18
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:58
    5 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    00:41
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:43
    11 hrs 56 mins 5 changes
    07:39
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:13
    11 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    08:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:33
    10 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    09:34
    Kirkby (Merseyside)
    Canterbury West
    Kirkby (Merseyside) to Canterbury West

About Kirkby (Merseyside) Station

Station name Kirkby (Merseyside) (KIR)
Address Headbolt Lane station, Headbolt Lane, Kirkby, Merseyside, L33 1WD
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:33 - 00:28
Tuesday 05:33 - 00:28
Wednesday 05:33 - 00:28
Thursday 05:33 - 00:28
Friday 05:33 - 00:28
Saturday 05:33 - 00:28
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West

The travel time between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) & Canterbury West. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Canterbury West, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.