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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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17

train journeys
per day

224

miles (360 kms)

6hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Canterbury West is approximately 224 miles (360 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 16 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Canterbury West.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    12:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    06:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    13:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    14:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    08:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    15:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    09:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    16:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    10:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    17:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    11:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    12:58
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    18:41
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    13:58
    6 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    20:13
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    14:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    21:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    15:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    22:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    16:58
    6 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    23:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    17:58
    6 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    00:37
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    18:58
    8 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    03:30
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    19:58
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    07:38
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    21:58
    11 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    09:31
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    22:58
    11 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    10:11
    Nelson
    Canterbury West
    Nelson to Canterbury West

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Nelson and Canterbury West

The travel time between Nelson and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Canterbury West. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Canterbury West.

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