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Wellingborough to Canterbury East by train

First train

13:56

Last train

16:56

Departure station

Wellingborough

Arrival station

Canterbury East

Journey time

From 3h 12m

Distance

103 miles (166 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

Travelling from Wellingborough to Canterbury East by train

Looking to travel from Wellingborough to Canterbury East by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 12 minutes to travel from Wellingborough to Canterbury East by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 12 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 103 miles (166 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Canterbury East, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or Southeastern to get to Canterbury East – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Wellingborough to Canterbury East in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Wellingborough and Canterbury East by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East is 3 hours and 12 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East?

No, there are no direct train services from Wellingborough to Canterbury East. Travelling from Wellingborough to Canterbury East by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East leave?

The first train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East leaves at 13:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East leave?

The last train from Wellingborough to Canterbury East leaves at 16:56. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Wellingborough and Canterbury East by train?

Trains travelling from Wellingborough to Canterbury East cover a distance of around 103 miles (166 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Wellingborough to Canterbury East

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† 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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