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Trains from Swansea to Canterbury West

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Trains to Canterbury West from Swansea

First train

02:46

Last train

20:33

Departure stationSwansea
Arrival stationCanterbury West
Journey time

From 4h 37m

Distance

217 miles (350 km)

Frequency

31 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales

Trains to Canterbury West from Swansea

Want to travel from Swansea to Canterbury West by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 6 hours 38 minutes to travel from Swansea to Canterbury West by train. You'll find on average 31 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Canterbury West by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southeastern and Thameslink.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Swansea to Canterbury West?

Want to know more about your journey from Swansea to Canterbury West? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Canterbury West from Swansea?

To travel to Canterbury West from Swansea, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 38 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 37 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Swansea to Canterbury West?

Trains from Swansea to Canterbury West take an average of 6 hours and 38 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 37 minutes. You'll usually find 31 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Swansea and Canterbury West by train?

The quickest journey time between Swansea and Canterbury West by train is 4 hours and 37 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Swansea to Canterbury West?

No, there are no direct trains running from Swansea to Canterbury West, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Swansea to Canterbury West?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Swansea to Canterbury West is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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