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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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35

train journeys
per day

56

miles (90 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford is approximately 56 miles (90 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 34 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    13:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:23
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Canterbury West
    Bishops Stortford
    Canterbury West to Bishops Stortford

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

First class tickets on trains between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford 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 West & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Bishops Stortford.

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