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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West (CBW)

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34

train journeys
per day

151

miles (243 kms)

3hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West is approximately 151 miles (243 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:20
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:32
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Canterbury West
    Birmingham New Street to Canterbury West

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

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 Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street 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 Birmingham New Street & Canterbury West. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Canterbury West.

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