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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Canterbury takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Wigan 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.

4h 10m
Duration
263 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 46m
£100–167

Wigan to Canterbury train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Wigan and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Canterbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 263.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Canterbury West via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 46m.

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