Nottingham to Canterbury train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Canterbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€64
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€121
Fastest journey on Nov 02
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
3 h 8 m
Trains on Nov 02
17
Distance
241 km
Cheap tickets

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 €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Canterbury without transferring at least once.

  • East Midlands RailwayC21800 · W70802+SoutheasternP85689
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayW70710+SoutheasternP85689
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21671+SoutheasternP85683
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21673+SoutheasternP89042 · P85942
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21606 · W70796+SoutheasternP85683
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Canterbury

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Trains from Nottingham to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 2h 32m.

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 €17
Distance
241 km
Average train duration
2h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€67
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 32m
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
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 €17

Live departures

Nottingham to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham 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
East Midlands RailwayC21690+SoutheasternP85685
On time
12:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h25
3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW70678+SoutheasternP85691
On time
1:10 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h24
4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21801 · C21661+SoutheasternP85950 · P89051
On time
1:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h56
5:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC04353+London North Eastern RailwayN05552+SoutheasternP85950 · P89051
On time
1:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h41
5:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21686+SoutheasternP85697
On time
2:10 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h24
5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21798 · W70777+SoutheasternP85956 · P89058
On time
2:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
3h56
6:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Nottingham to Canterbury trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Nottingham and Canterbury from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€67
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Canterbury, you can count on East Midlands Railway for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Canterbury can start from as little as €67 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nottingham to Canterbury is €125; 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 Nottingham to Canterbury is 2h 32m to travel the 241 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 Nottingham to Canterbury leaves at 5:14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Nottingham to Canterbury leaves at 10:23 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Nottingham to Canterbury which require at least one change with East Midlands Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Nottingham to Canterbury. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 2h 32m
A trip to Canterbury from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 32m 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 Nottingham and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

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.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Canterbury

Which Nottingham station do trains to Canterbury leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Canterbury leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · €4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · €4 · every ~58 min

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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