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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£76
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 13 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34284+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P856538:213h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way2 changes- W34194+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85967 · P8907116:473h37Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:24Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way3 changes
- W33942+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856639:213h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way2 changes
- W33891+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89018 · P859178:473h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:19Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way3 changes
- W33940+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856719:473h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:34Canterbury West (CBW)£761One-way2 changes
- W34051+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P8574915:472h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:41Canterbury West (CBW)£831One-way2 changes
- W34284+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856538:213h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way2 changes
- W34244+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P8570616:213h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:34Canterbury West (CBW)£831One-way2 changes
- W33942+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856639:213h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)£721One-way2 changes
- W33940+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85923 · P890249:473h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:19Canterbury West (CBW)£761One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 243 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Canterbury West (CBW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 27m.
The journey is about 20m faster (2h 57m by train vs 3h 17m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£56 vs £60). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34284+P85653+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | On time 8:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h13 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| W33891+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85917 · P89018 | On time 8:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h32 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
| W33942+P85663+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | On time 9:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h13 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:21, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 9:21 |
Last train 15:33 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Canterbury West (CBW) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Canterbury West (CBW)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Canterbury West (CBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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