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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Canterbury will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Manchester to Canterbury you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34111+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P856537:344h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way2 changes- W34218+P85643+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International7:003h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way2 changes
- W34117+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85910 · P890127:144h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way3 changes
- W34018+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85902 · P890066:144h08Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:22Canterbury West (CBW)£481One-way3 changes
- W33952+P86271+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:144h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:40Canterbury East (CBE)£781One-way2 changes
- W34218+P85643+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International7:003h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way2 changes
- W34111+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856537:344h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way2 changes
- W34104+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P856638:344h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:36Canterbury West (CBW)£841One-way2 changes
- W34117+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85910 · P890127:144h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:19Canterbury West (CBW)£391One-way3 changes
- W33952+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85917 · P890188:144h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:19Canterbury West (CBW)£781One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 333 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Canterbury trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34125+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85973 · P89078 | On time 17:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h07 | 21:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
| W33929+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85718 | On time 17:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 21:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| W34018+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89006 · P85902 | 6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h08 | 10:22 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
| W34218+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85643 | 7:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| W34117+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89012 · P85910 | 7:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h05 | 11:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
| W34111+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85653 | 7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| W33952+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89018 · P85917 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h05 | 12:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
| W33952+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+P86271 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h26 | 12:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 2 changes | |
| W34104+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85663 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 12:36 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| W33888+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85671 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h40 | 13:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| W33888+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P86279 · P85337 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h46 | 13:40 Canterbury East (CBE) | 3 changes | |
| W33888+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89024 · P85923 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h27 | 13:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Canterbury
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Trains from Manchester to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 333 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 333 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway from Manchester to Canterbury trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Canterbury from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Canterbury
Most Manchester to Canterbury trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway 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. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Manchester 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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