Bournemouth to Canterbury Train
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Bournemouth to Canterbury by train
The journey from Bournemouth to Canterbury by train is 134.48 mi and takes 4 hrs 24 mins. There are 54 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:05 and the last at 23:12. It is possible to travel from Bournemouth to Canterbury by train for as little as £25.01 or as much as £168.33. The best price for this journey is £25.01.
| Lowest Price | £25.01 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 24 mins |
| Connection per Day | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry 54 |
| Lowest Price | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry £25.01 |
| Highest Price | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry £168.33 |
| First Departure | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry 00:05 |
| Last Departure | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry 23:12 |
| Distance | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry 134.48 mi |
| Departure | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry Bournemouth |
| Arrival | National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry Canterbury |
| Carriers | National Rail, Great Western Railway National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Canterbury
The cheapest Bournemouth - Canterbury train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £33.85 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.67.
Find the best day to travel to Canterbury by train
When travelling to Canterbury by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway, Southeastern and South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Canterbury
Compare services on board when travelling from Bournemouth to Canterbury by train.
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Bournemouth to Canterbury CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
15.15kg
Bus
16.23kg
Flight
43.29kg
Car
34.63kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Bournemouth to Canterbury by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Bournemouth and Canterbury are 15.15kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Bournemouth and Canterbury? By taking the train between Bournemouth and Canterbury you will save 28.14kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.08kg compared to a bus and 19.48kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
A train ticket from Bournemouth to Canterbury is £83.91. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £25.01.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bournemouth to Canterbury is £25.01. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Bournemouth and Canterbury by train?
Bournemouth to Canterbury is 134.48 mi.
How long does the train between Bournemouth and Canterbury take?
Bournemouth to Canterbury is on average 4 hrs 24 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 18 mins.
Which companies operate from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
The train journey from Bournemouth to Canterbury is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Rail, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
Bournemouth to Canterbury has 54 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Bournemouth to Canterbury leave?
The earliest train from Bournemouth to Canterbury departs at 00:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Bournemouth to Canterbury depart?
The latest train from Bournemouth to Canterbury departs at 23:12. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Bournemouth to Canterbury in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £25.01 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Bournemouth to go to Canterbury.
What's the fastest journey time between Bournemouth to Canterbury by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Bournemouth and Canterbury is 0 hrs 18 mins.
Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Canterbury?
Yes, there is a direct train between Bournemouth and Canterbury.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bournemouth to Canterbury by train?
The train journey from Bournemouth to Canterbury creates 15.15kg of CO2 emissions.