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Trains from York (YRK) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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27

train journeys
per day

206

miles (331 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between York and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Canterbury West is approximately 206 miles (331 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 10 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Canterbury West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from York to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:40
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:32
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:02
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:02
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:02
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:57
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:26
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:59
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:32
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:59
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:59
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:02
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    20:13
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:10
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    21:11
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    York
    Canterbury West
    York to Canterbury West

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 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 York and Canterbury West

The travel time between York and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Canterbury West. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Canterbury West.

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