Birmingham to Canterbury by train
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Travelling from Birmingham to Canterbury by train
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Canterbury by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Canterbury take around 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 244 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:50. The last departure is usually at around 23:11 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:50, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £98.65.
We think any time is a great time to visit Canterbury, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Canterbury.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Canterbury?
The journey between Birmingham and Canterbury usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to Canterbury every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Canterbury?
The Birmingham to Canterbury train travel takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Canterbury train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Canterbury leaving Birmingham at around 05:50 and the last train leaving at around 23:11 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:50, with the final departure at 23:00.
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