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Compare coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 363 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW):
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) costing on average £78.
Other travel options to Canterbury West (CBW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 18m.
You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 4h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £74 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.
Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW)
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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 363 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 363 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 20:51 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Canterbury West (CBW) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Canterbury West (CBW)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Canterbury West station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Canterbury West (CBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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.
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