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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent
Showing times and prices for 02 Mar
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
294 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Fast trains
To travel from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent you need to make at least one change.
22:238h52
Canterbury07:15Stoke-on-Trent
£1201One-way
3 changes
07:193h56
Canterbury11:15Stoke-on-Trent
£1211One-way
2 changes
21:239h52
Canterbury07:15Stoke-on-Trent
£1211One-way
2 changes
05:203h03
Canterbury08:23Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
06:142h28
Canterbury08:42Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
06:142h28
Canterbury08:42Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
06:492h37
Canterbury09:26Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
07:492h37
Canterbury10:26Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
20:232h45
Canterbury23:08Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
05:203h03
Canterbury08:23Stoke-on-Trent
£1921One-way
1 change
Live departures
Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Canterbury | 3h03 | 08:23 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 06:14 Canterbury | 2h28 | 08:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 06:49 Canterbury | 2h37 | 09:26 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 07:19 Canterbury | 3h56 | 11:15 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 07:49 Canterbury | 2h37 | 10:26 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 2h 28m.
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 294 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 20:53 |
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: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Stoke-on-Trent from £120. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£64
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£120
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £120, while the average price tends to be around £179.
The train journey from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent covers a distance of 294 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent is 294 km.
The first train from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 20:53.
Trains from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent.
To travel from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Stoke-on-Trent is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent is by train, costing approximately £120.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Kent countryside, with its rolling hills and fields, as well as glimpses of historic towns and cities along the route.
A day trip from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent is not feasible due to the travel time of 2h 28m. The journey covers a distance of 294 km, with trains running 5 times per day.
To fully explore Stoke-on-Trent's attractions like the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, Trentham Gardens, and the World of Wedgwood, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Stoke-on-Trent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Stoke-on-Trent
Canterbury
Stoke-on-Trent
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 Stoke-on-Trent.
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - 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 both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- 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 East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Stoke-on-Trent is Stoke-on-Trent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stoke-on-Trent for your journey to Stoke-on-Trent from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stoke-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- 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. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Longport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
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