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Trains from Basingstoke to Canterbury West (CBW)

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41

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Canterbury West is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Canterbury West.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    08:17
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:57
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:33
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:57
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:57
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:17
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:57
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:16
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:57
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:29
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Basingstoke
    Canterbury West
    Basingstoke to Canterbury West

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
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 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 Basingstoke and Canterbury West

The travel time between Basingstoke and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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

Amenities on trains between Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke & Canterbury West. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Canterbury West.

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