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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Wolverhampton
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
263 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Wolverhampton will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Canterbury for Wolverhampton on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:23AM5h06
Canterbury12:29PMWolverhampton
$1051One-way
0 transfers
06:26AM5h27
Canterbury11:53AMWolverhampton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
07:23AM5h06
Canterbury12:29PMWolverhampton
$1051One-way
0 transfers
06:26AM5h27
Canterbury11:53AMWolverhampton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury to Wolverhampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€80 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury to Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Wolverhampton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:24 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:26 AM Canterbury | 5h27 | 11:53 AM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:23 AM Canterbury | 5h06 | 12:29 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Canterbury to Wolverhampton trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as Chiltern Railways and Southeastern offer trains services from Canterbury to Wolverhampton. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways and Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Chiltern Railways and Southeastern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton
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Trains from Canterbury to Wolverhampton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 3h 43m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $39 (€31)
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 21:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $39 (€31)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern from Canterbury to Wolverhampton trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Wolverhampton from $39 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
$53 (€42)
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
$107 (€85)
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
$192 (€154)
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Wolverhampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Wolverhampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a fulfilling visit to Wolverhampton, consider spending 2 to 3 days to explore its key attractions such as the Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Park, and Bantock House Museum.
In Wolverhampton, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre for performances, explore West Park for leisurely walks, or discover the industrial heritage at the Black Country Living Museum. Sports enthusiasts can tour Molineux Stadium, home of Wolverhampton Wanderers FC. Art lovers can explore the Bilston Craft Gallery and Wolverhampton Art Gallery. Historical sites include Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Bantock House Museum, Moseley Old Hall, and the medieval St. Peter's Collegiate Church.
The distance by train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton is 163 miles (263 km).
Train ticket prices from Canterbury to Wolverhampton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $54 (€43), while the average price is around $100 (€80).
A day trip from Canterbury to Wolverhampton is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 43m, and there are 3 train trips per day covering a distance of 163 miles (263 km).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Wolverhampton is by bus, with a cost of around $39 (€31).
The train journey from Canterbury to Wolverhampton offers varied scenery, including picturesque countryside views as you travel through the Kent Downs, urban landscapes when passing through London, and glimpses of the Midlands' rural charm.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Wolverhampton is Canterbury West (CBW), which connects to Wolverhampton station (WVH).
The first train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton leaves at 4:57 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
The train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton takes 3h 43m and runs 3 per day.
The last train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton leaves at 9:23 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Wolverhampton
Canterbury
Wolverhampton
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your trip from Canterbury to Wolverhampton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Wolverhampton is Wolverhampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wolverhampton for your journey to Wolverhampton from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
Parking
- Car Park: Multi storey
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Wolverhampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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