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It takes an average of 9h 4m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West by train, over a distance of around 367 miles (590 km). There are normally 47 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West and tickets for this journey start from £112.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury West | |
| Journey time | From 5h 34m | |
| Distance | 367 miles (590 km) | |
| Frequency | 47 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £112.80 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Southeastern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West by train in 5 hours 34 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West by train is 9 hours 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 34 minutes. You'll usually find 47 trains per day travelling the 367 miles (590 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Canterbury West. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo on your way to Canterbury West, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Canterbury West start from £112.80 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Canterbury West, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.