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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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32

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

3hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Canterbury West is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 31 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Canterbury West.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:32
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Cardiff Central
    Canterbury West
    Cardiff Central to Canterbury West

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 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 Unavailable
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 Cardiff Central and Canterbury West

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff Central & Canterbury West. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Canterbury West.

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