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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£156
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£202
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
6 h 7 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
To travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least one change.
21:239h38Canterbury West (CBW)7:01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1561One-way2 changes- 22:239h09Canterbury West (CBW)7:32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2101One-way2 changes
- 18:233h41Canterbury West (CBW)22:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 19:233h42Canterbury West (CBW)23:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 20:234h24Canterbury West (CBW)0:47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 18:233h41Canterbury West (CBW)22:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 19:233h42Canterbury West (CBW)23:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 20:234h24Canterbury West (CBW)0:47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2141One-way1 change
- 22:239h09Canterbury West (CBW)7:32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£2101One-way2 changes
- 21:239h38Canterbury West (CBW)7:01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1561One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 363 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m 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 Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 10m.
The journey is about 1h 55m faster (3h 18m by train vs 5h 13m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£55 vs £75). 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
Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3h41 | 22:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| 19:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3h42 | 23:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| 20:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 4h24 | 0:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| 21:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 9h38 | 7:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| 22:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 9h09 | 7:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:23, the last at 10:23. The fastest train covers the 363 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 363 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 10:23 |
Last train 10:23 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Canterbury West to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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