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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Spalding
Showing times and prices for 23 Mar
Cheapest price
£125
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Spalding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Spalding will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £125.
Fast trains
To travel from Canterbury to Spalding you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:238h28
Canterbury06:51Spalding
£1251One-way
2 changes
06:142h49
Canterbury09:03Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
07:492h15
Canterbury10:04Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
08:232h40
Canterbury11:03Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
09:212h43
Canterbury12:04Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
07:492h15
Canterbury10:04Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
08:232h40
Canterbury11:03Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
12:232h40
Canterbury15:03Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
14:232h40
Canterbury17:03Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
11:232h41
Canterbury14:04Spalding
£1391One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Canterbury to Spalding train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Spalding trains for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 20:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:23 Canterbury | 8h28 | 06:51 Spalding | 2 changes | |
| Monday 23 March | |||||
| 06:14 Canterbury | 2h49 | 09:03 Spalding | 2 changes | |
| 07:49 Canterbury | 2h15 | 10:04 Spalding | 2 changes | |
| 08:23 Canterbury | 2h40 | 11:03 Spalding | 2 changes | |
| 09:21 Canterbury | 2h43 | 12:04 Spalding | 2 changes | |
| 10:21 Canterbury | 2h43 | 13:04 Spalding | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Spalding
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Trains from Canterbury to Spalding run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £141 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 08:54. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 17m.
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
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £141 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 08:54 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Spalding trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Spalding from £141. 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 17m
Cheapest Price
£141
Southeastern frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Spalding train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Spalding 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 Spalding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Spalding can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £141, while the average price tends to be around £141.
The train journey from Canterbury to Spalding covers a distance of 188 km and takes approximately 2h 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury to Spalding is 188 km.
The first train from Canterbury to Spalding leaves at 7:02.
The last train from Canterbury to Spalding departs at 8:54.
Trains from Canterbury to Spalding run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Spalding.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Spalding.
To travel from Canterbury to Spalding, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Spalding.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Spalding is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Spalding station (SPA).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Spalding is by train, costing approximately £141.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Spalding 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 Spalding offers a mix of scenic views, including rolling countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the North Downs, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Canterbury to Spalding is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 17m. However, there are 3 trains per day covering the 188 km.
To fully explore Spalding, a visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient, allowing time to enjoy local attractions, such as the beautiful gardens and historic sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Spalding.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Spalding
Canterbury
Spalding
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 Spalding.
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 Spalding is Spalding. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Spalding for your journey to Spalding from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:30 Saturday 06:30 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: MRIS 01795 680993
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 1 in the car park and the other on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Spalding
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station front at the bus stop next to the taxi rank.
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