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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Nottingham
Cheapest price on Sep 07
€58
Average ticket price on Sep 07
€95
Fastest journey on Sep 07
2 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
3 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 07
3
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Nottingham will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 3 trains from Canterbury to Nottingham, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
10:23 AM2h46Canterbury1:09 PMNottingham€581One-way0 transfers- 11:23 AM2h46Canterbury2:09 PMNottingham€721One-way0 transfers
- 10:23 PM3h59Canterbury2:22 AMNottingham€1561One-way0 transfers
- 11:23 AM2h46Canterbury2:09 PMNottingham€721One-way0 transfers
- 10:23 AM2h46Canterbury1:09 PMNottingham€581One-way0 transfers
- 10:23 PM3h59Canterbury2:22 AMNottingham€1561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 241 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m 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 Canterbury to Nottingham:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Nottingham costing on average €73.
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 46m.
Live departures
Canterbury to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:23 AM Canterbury | 2h46 | 1:09 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:23 AM Canterbury | 2h46 | 2:09 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Nottingham
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Trains from Canterbury to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Southeastern from Canterbury to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Nottingham from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Nottingham
Most Canterbury to Nottingham trains use the Canterbury West to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
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.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
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