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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£155
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Canterbury will cost around £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £155.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Canterbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 483 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Carlisle to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:47 Carlisle | 5h31 | 11:18 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Canterbury
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Trains from Carlisle to Canterbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £155 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 483 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 483 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £155 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Canterbury trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Canterbury from £155. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Canterbury 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Canterbury
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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