The average train between Irlam and Canterbury takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Irlam 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 Irlam and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Irlam 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 Irlam to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Canterbury station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Irlam to Canterbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Irlam to Canterbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Irlam to Canterbury train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Irlam and Canterbury is 338.2 km. The road distance is 422 km.
You can take a train from Irlam to Canterbury West via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 25m.