Canterbury to Birmingham by train
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Overview: trains from Canterbury to Birmingham
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Canterbury to Birmingham train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Canterbury to Birmingham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Canterbury to Birmingham take around 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 244 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Canterbury is scheduled to depart at around 05:15. The last departure is usually at around 23:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Canterbury at around 05:23, with the last train leaving at around 22:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £39.90.
We think any time is a great time to visit Birmingham, 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 Birmingham.
Is there a direct train from Canterbury to Birmingham?
The journey between Canterbury and Birmingham usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Canterbury to Birmingham 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 Canterbury to Birmingham?
The Canterbury to Birmingham train travel takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Canterbury to Birmingham train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Birmingham leaving Canterbury at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Canterbury at around 05:23, with the final departure at 22:25.
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