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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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16

train journeys
per day

299

miles (482 kms)

5hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Canterbury West is approximately 299 miles (482 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Canterbury West.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:48
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:49
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    20:13
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:47
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    21:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:48
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    22:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    23:11
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:47
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    00:37
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:49
    11 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    06:52
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:07
    11 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:32
    11 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle to Canterbury West

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Canterbury West

The travel time between Carlisle and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Canterbury West. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Canterbury West.

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