4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Canterbury
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€57
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€102
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 17
6
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Canterbury will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
W70691+
P8567110:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)1:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€571One-way1 transfer- W70688+P85923 · P890249:50 AM3h29Nottingham station (NOT)1:19 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€791One-way2 transfers
- W70685+P856639:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)12:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€941One-way1 transfer
- W70683+P89018 · P859178:50 AM3h29Nottingham station (NOT)12:19 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€1111One-way2 transfers
- W70680+P856538:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)€1271One-way1 transfer
- C21829 · C21667+P856538:16 AM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)€1451One-way2 transfers
- W70685+P856639:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)12:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€941One-way1 transfer
- W70691+P8567110:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)1:34 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€571One-way1 transfer
- W70680+P856538:12 AM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)11:34 AMCanterbury West (CBW)€1271One-way1 transfer
- W70683+P89018 · P859178:50 AM3h29Nottingham station (NOT)12:19 PMCanterbury West (CBW)€1111One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 241 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m 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 Nottingham to Canterbury:
A bus is €71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Canterbury costing on average €99.
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Live departures
Nottingham to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70680+P85653 | 8:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h22 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21829 · C21667+P85653 | 8:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
| W70683+P89018 · P85917 | 8:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h29 | 12:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
| W70685+P85663 | 9:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h22 | 12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70688+P89024 · P85923 | 9:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h29 | 1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 transfers | |
| W70691+P85671 | 10:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h22 | 1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Canterbury by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 17
Sep 18
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Why should you book Nottingham to Canterbury trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Canterbury.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Canterbury.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Canterbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Canterbury trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Canterbury from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
east_midlands_trains
FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Canterbury
Most Nottingham to Canterbury trains use the Nottingham to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
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.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Nottingham 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.
Most popular train connections from Nottingham
More options for your journey from Nottingham to Canterbury
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Canterbury and Nottingham
Most popular train connections to Canterbury
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
