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Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Hinckley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Hinckley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 219 km
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£73 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Canterbury to Hinckley
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Trains from Canterbury to Hinckley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £42
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 9:30 |
Last train 17:23 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £42
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Hinckley trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Hinckley from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£115
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Hinckley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Hinckley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Canterbury to Hinckley covers a distance of 219 km and takes approximately 3h 9m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury to Hinckley is 219 km.
The first train from Canterbury to Hinckley leaves at 9:30.
The last train from Canterbury to Hinckley departs at 17:23.
Trains from Canterbury to Hinckley run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Hinckley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Hinckley.
To get from Canterbury to Hinckley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Hinckley.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Hinckley is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Hinckley station (HNK).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Hinckley is by coach, costing approximately £42.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Hinckley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury to Hinckley offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with stretches through the picturesque Kent countryside and glimpses of historic towns along the way, though it is primarily a functional route rather than a notably scenic one.
A day trip from Canterbury to Hinckley is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 9m and the distance is 219 km. However, there are 14 trains available per day.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Hinckley is typically sufficient to explore its local attractions and surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Hinckley.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Hinckley
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Hinckley
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your trip from Canterbury to Hinckley.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Hinckley is Hinckley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hinckley for your journey to Hinckley from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:00 Saturday 06:40 - 13:00 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hinckley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: is outside the station
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