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Trip Overview

The average train between Burnley and Canterbury takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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.

5h 52m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Burnley to Canterbury train times

Trains run hourly between Burnley and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern5h 11m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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.

Map of how to get from Burnley to Canterbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 292.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Canterbury West via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 11m.

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