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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Lancaster (LAN)

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16

train journeys
per day

251

miles (405 kms)

6hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Lancaster is approximately 251 miles (405 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 55 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Lancaster.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:02
    6 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:54
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    6 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:53
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    6 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    19:24
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    6 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    19:56
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    6 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:57
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    12 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    12 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    06:58
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    22:47
    9 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    23:49
    10 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Canterbury East
    Lancaster
    Canterbury East to Lancaster

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

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Canterbury East and Lancaster

The travel time between Canterbury East and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury East & Lancaster. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Lancaster.

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