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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Sleaford (SLR)

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24

train journeys
per day

134

miles (216 kms)

3hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Sleaford (SLR)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Sleaford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Sleaford is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Sleaford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Sleaford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Sleaford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:02
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:18
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:47
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    09:57
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:42
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:16
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:47
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:53
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:55
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:08
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:02
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    20:07
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    20:58
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Canterbury East
    Sleaford
    Canterbury East to Sleaford

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Canterbury East and Sleaford

The travel time between Canterbury East and Sleaford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Sleaford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury East and Sleaford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury East & Sleaford. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Sleaford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Canterbury East and Sleaford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.