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Trains from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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16

train journeys
per day

226

miles (363 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

07:20 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Hamilton Square 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 Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West is approximately 226 miles (363 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 59 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Hamilton Square and Canterbury West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 27th May
    07:20
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    08:26
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    09:26
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    14:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    10:26
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    15:13
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    11:26
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    16:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    12:26
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    17:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    13:26
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    18:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    14:21
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    15:21
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    20:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    16:21
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    21:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    17:21
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    22:11
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    18:21
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    23:13
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    18:44
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    00:30
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    20:26
    11 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    07:38
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    21:56
    10 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West
  • Mon 27th May
    23:51
    9 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square
    Canterbury West
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Canterbury West

About Birkenhead Hamilton Square Station

Station name Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
Address Birkenhead Hamilton Square station, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 1AL
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 00:20
Tuesday 05:30 - 00:20
Wednesday 05:30 - 00:20
Thursday 05:30 - 00:20
Friday 05:30 - 00:20
Saturday 05:30 - 00:20
Sunday 07:36 - 00:20
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

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 Birkenhead Hamilton Square and Canterbury West

The travel time between Birkenhead Hamilton Square and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Hamilton Square 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 07:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Birkenhead Hamilton Square 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 Birkenhead Hamilton Square & Canterbury West. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Hamilton Square and Canterbury West.

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