Liverpool to Canterbury train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Canterbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€119
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€206
Fastest journey on Nov 02
4 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
4 h 19 m
Trains on Nov 02
3
Distance
363 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool to Canterbury will cost around €206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Liverpool to Canterbury, including 3 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 363 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Canterbury

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Trains from Liverpool to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 363 km distance in 3h 16m.

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 €20
Distance
363 km
Average train duration
3h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
€68
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 16m
First train
5:18 AM
Last train
8:23 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
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 €20

Live departures

Liverpool to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Canterbury trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33155+SoutheasternP85925 · P89026+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
5h09
1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33253+SoutheasternP85673+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
8:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
5h00
1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33326+SoutheasternP85679+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h51
2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33261+SoutheasternP85938 · P89038+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33261+SoutheasternP85685+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h51
3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33245+SoutheasternP85944 · P89044+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
4:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33164+SoutheasternP85691+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h30
4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33218+SoutheasternP85950 · P89051+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
5:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33218+SoutheasternP85697+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h51
5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33364+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+SoutheasternP85956 · P89058
On time
1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
6:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33303+SoutheasternP85702+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
2:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3h51
6:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33308+SoutheasternP85708+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
3:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3h51
7:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastC01290+SoutheasternP85714+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
4:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h26
8:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33199+SoutheasternP85975 · P89081+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
4:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
9:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33078+SoutheasternP85721+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
5:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h26
9:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33129+SoutheasternP85981 · P89088+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
5:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
10:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW00571+SoutheasternP85730+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
6:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h26
10:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33036+SoutheasternP85737+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h51
11:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33036+SoutheasternP85987 · P89094+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
On time
6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4h36
11:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
Monday, November 2
Avanti West Coast5:04 AM Liverpool
4h17
9:21 AM Canterbury0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Canterbury trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Canterbury from €20. 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 Avanti West Coast Duration
3h 16m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€68
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool and Canterbury

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Liverpool to Canterbury, you can count on Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Liverpool and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Canterbury can start from as little as €68 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Canterbury is €143; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Liverpool to Canterbury is 3h 16m to travel the 363 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Liverpool to Canterbury leaves at 5:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool to Canterbury leaves at 8:23 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Liverpool to Canterbury which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Liverpool to Canterbury. You can choose between Avanti West Coast. Avanti West Coast trains take around 3h 16m
A trip to Canterbury from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool to Canterbury

Most Liverpool to Canterbury trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Canterbury
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · €1 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · €4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m

Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

MoorfieldsMoorfields station, Moorfields, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2BSWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre

Bus10A · 5m · €4 · every ~25 min
838 · 12m

Moorfields train station facilities and services

Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Moorfields: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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