Lincoln to Canterbury train

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West Midlands Trains
Deutsche Bahn
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Great Western Rail
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Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for 23 Nov

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

3 h 39 m

Average duration

3 h 39 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

243 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lincoln to Canterbury will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln 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 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.

LNER
09:553h39
Lincoln
13:34Canterbury
£431One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lincoln to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 243 km

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Coach

£67

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 1m

Average total duration

7h 31m

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30m

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Live departures

Lincoln to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway09:55 Lincoln
3h39
13:34 Canterbury0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln to Canterbury

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Trains from Lincoln to Canterbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 39m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance
243 km
Average train duration
4h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 39m
First train
05:16
Last train
20:23
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24

FAQs: Lincoln to Canterbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.

FAQs
To fully explore Canterbury's historic sites, such as Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, and the Canterbury Roman Museum, a visit of two to three days is recommended.
In Canterbury, you can explore the historic streets on a guided walking tour, enjoy a punting tour on the River Stour, and visit the Canterbury Tales attraction. Attend a performance at The Marlowe Theatre or discover the local food scene on a culinary tour. Key sights include the Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, the Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, the Canterbury Roman Museum, and Westgate Gardens.
A day trip from Lincoln to Canterbury is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 39m each way. However, there are 5 train services per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Canterbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The train journey from Lincoln to Canterbury offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and historical landmarks, providing a pleasant and occasionally scenic experience.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Canterbury is by coach, costing approximately £24.
The train distance from Lincoln to Canterbury is 243 km.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Canterbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Lincoln to Canterbury departs at 20:23.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Canterbury.
The train journey from Lincoln to Canterbury covers a distance of 243 km and takes approximately 3h 39m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Canterbury is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Canterbury West (CBW).
The first train from Lincoln to Canterbury leaves at 5:16.
Trains from Lincoln to Canterbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Lincoln to Canterbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Canterbury.
To get from Lincoln to Canterbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Canterbury

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Canterbury
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Canterbury.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
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  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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