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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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18

train journeys
per day

251

miles (404 kms)

4hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Lancaster is approximately 251 miles (404 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    17:56
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    19:56
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:35
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    21:57
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:23
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    23:30
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:25
    10 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:23
    9 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    05:51
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:23
    10 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:33
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Canterbury West
    Lancaster
    Canterbury West to Lancaster

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 Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Canterbury West and Lancaster

The travel time between Canterbury West and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West and Lancaster 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 & Lancaster. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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