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The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge
Engaging Roman museum built around the remains of a town house. See mosaics, artefacts and displays that bring Roman Canterbury to life.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£172
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£189
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 54 m
Trains on 23 Sept
4
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury will cost around £189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £172.
To travel from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury you need to make at least 2 changes.
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P85643Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 290 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£95 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury costing on average £95.
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 6m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (3h 38m by train vs 4h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £95 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:33 Kingston upon Hull | 4h01 | 16:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:09 Kingston upon Hull | 3h32 | 18:41 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:08 Kingston upon Hull | 4h26 | 21:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:09 Kingston upon Hull | 4h25 | 23:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
C21670+ G89270+ P85643 | 5:16 Hull (HUL) | 5h18 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
C01954+ G89270+ P85636 | 5:16 Hull (HUL) | 4h21 | 9:37 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
C01905+ P89006+ G85612+ P85902 | 5:30 Hull (HUL) | 4h52 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
C01905+ G85612+ P85643 | 5:30 Hull (HUL) | 5h04 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 19:23 |
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Discover the best of Canterbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Canterbury trip today.
Engaging Roman museum built around the remains of a town house. See mosaics, artefacts and displays that bring Roman Canterbury to life.
Interactive museum on the site of Roman Canterbury, with preserved pavement mosaics, finds and family-friendly interpretation underground.
Local museum and gallery with art, ceramics, natural history and changing displays. Good for a broad introduction to the city and region.
Historic pedestrian street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops and cafés. A classic place to experience Canterbury’s medieval townscape.
A landscaped public garden beside the old city walls. Popular for riverside walks, flower displays and a relaxing break near the centre.
A peaceful green beside the River Stour and cathedral precinct. Ideal for a short scenic walk, picnic or photographs of the city’s historic core.
Kentish Huffkin is a traditional Kent bread roll, often served filled with ham, cheese or fruit. It is a long-standing local bakery staple across East Kent.
Canterbury Tart is a local jam tart linked with the city, typically made with shortcrust pastry and apple or berry jam. It is a classic Kent teatime bake.
Kentish Cobnuts are cultivated hazelnuts from Kent, prized for their sweet flavour and strong county identity. They are eaten fresh, roasted or in desserts.
Popular city-centre bistro serving modern British dishes in a relaxed, stylish setting. Well regarded for brunch, lunch and seasonal dinners.
Elegant restaurant focused on seafood and modern British cooking. A refined but welcoming choice for a special meal near the city centre.
Historic pub with traditional interiors, local ales and hearty British food. A good place to try Kentish beer in a characterful setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Canterbury West -> Canterbury Bus Station, Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Hull 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.

Most Kingston upon Hull to Canterbury trains use the Hull to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Hull and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
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 options are available at Canterbury West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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