The average train between Canterbury and Wales takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury to Wales. 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 Canterbury and Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Canterbury to Wales? 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 Canterbury to Wales. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West station and arriving at Retford station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Canterbury to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Wales train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.
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The distance between Canterbury and Wales is 279.8 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Kiveton Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Retford in around 4h 5m.