The average train between Alfreton and Canterbury takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Alfreton to Canterbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Alfreton and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 8:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alfreton is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 12:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Alfreton to Canterbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Alfreton to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Alfreton station and arriving at Canterbury station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Alfreton to Canterbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Alfreton station.
Alfreton to Canterbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Alfreton to Canterbury train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Southeastern.
The distance between Alfreton and Canterbury is 262.8 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Alfreton to Canterbury West via Grantham, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 1m.