P89018+
W11273+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Bridge+
L379258:004h19Coventry station (COV)12:19Canterbury West (CBW)£871One-way3 changes
L37925+
P85663+
W11273+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Paddington8:004h34Coventry station (COV)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)£871One-way4 changes
L37925+
P85653+
Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+
W112738:003h34Coventry station (COV)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£871One-way3 changes
P85328 · P86262+
W33950+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:103h30Coventry station (COV)11:40Canterbury East (CBE)£1071One-way3 changes
P86262+
W33950+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:103h30Coventry station (COV)11:40Canterbury East (CBE)£1071One-way2 changes
P85910 · P89012+
W33950+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:103h09Coventry station (COV)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£1071One-way3 changes
P85328 · P86262+
W33950+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:103h30Coventry station (COV)11:40Canterbury East (CBE)£1071One-way3 changes
P86262+
W33950+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:103h30Coventry station (COV)11:40Canterbury East (CBE)£1071One-way2 changes
L37925+
P85653+
Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+
W112738:003h34Coventry station (COV)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£871One-way3 changes
P89018+
W11273+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Bridge+
L379258:004h19Coventry station (COV)12:19Canterbury West (CBW)£871One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Coventry to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 218 km
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£77 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Canterbury trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 Coventry | 4h14 | 12:19 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Coventry to Canterbury by coach or train
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Why should you book Coventry to Canterbury trains with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Canterbury
Trains from Coventry to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Coventry to Canterbury trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry and Canterbury from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Coventry to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Canterbury
Most Coventry to Canterbury trains use the Coventry to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Coventry station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: 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 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.
Getting to Coventry Arena from Coventry city centre
Coventry Arena is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry Arena train station facilities and services
Coventry Arena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry Arena.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry Arena: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry Arena: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry Arena: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Coventry arrive at?
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 Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. 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 East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: 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.
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