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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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6

train journeys
per day

251

miles (404 kms)

6hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Lancaster is approximately 251 miles (404 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    6 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    6 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:24
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:23
    10 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:28
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster

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

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 West and Lancaster

The travel time between Canterbury West and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 West & Lancaster. owever, there are 6 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 West and Lancaster.

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