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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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33

train journeys
per day

206

miles (332 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East is approximately 206 miles (332 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 9 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:31
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:15
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    16:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:15
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:35
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    18:32
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:15
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Canterbury East
    Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury East

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Piccadilly & Canterbury East. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Canterbury East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.