4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Canterbury will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
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P85992 · P890999:23 PM2h58Leicester station (LEI)12:21 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$341One-way2 transfers- W70748+P85746 · P8910810:14 PM3h14Leicester station (LEI)1:28 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$401One-way2 transfers
- W70832+P85985 · P890928:32 PM2h47Leicester station (LEI)11:19 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$471One-way2 transfers
- C21546+P8574310:05 PM2h29Leicester station (LEI)12:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$471One-way1 transfer
- W70802+P856892:04 PM2h30Leicester station (LEI)4:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$471One-way1 transfer
- W70720+P857483:43 PM2h28Leicester station (LEI)6:11 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1721One-way1 transfer
- W70820+P857126:06 PM2h28Leicester station (LEI)8:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1061One-way1 transfer
- C21692+P857494:12 PM2h29Leicester station (LEI)6:41 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$1721One-way1 transfer
- C21546+P8574310:05 PM2h29Leicester station (LEI)12:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)$471One-way1 transfer
- W70796+P856831:04 PM2h30Leicester station (LEI)3:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)$651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Canterbury:
A bus is $92 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Canterbury costing on average $120 (€99).
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
You'll arrive about 58m sooner (2h 9m by train vs 3h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $120 (€99) compared to roughly $65 (€54) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Canterbury trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21654+P85677 | On time 12:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h30 | 2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70793+P89036 · P85936 | On time 12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h48 | 3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
| W70796+P85683 | On time 1:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h30 | 3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70799+P85942 · P89042 | On time 1:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h48 | 4:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
| W70802+P85689 | On time 2:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h30 | 4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70804+P89049 · P85948 | On time 2:32 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h48 | 5:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Canterbury
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Trains from Leicester to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:47 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Canterbury
Most Leicester to Canterbury trains use the Leicester to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: 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.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: 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.
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