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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Canterbury West to York for your selected date and time.
For a connecting journey, check the interchange station, connection time and any transfer between stations. Review the whole itinerary and ticket conditions before paying.
Before you start your journey
Departing from Canterbury West
- Departure station
- Canterbury West station guide
- Address
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- Station Road West, CT2 8AN
Operators serving Canterbury West
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Canterbury West
- Ticket Office
- Toilets
Parking & meeting your train
- £8/day
Explore the area around Canterbury West
- Canterbury Cathedral
About your departure station
Canterbury West (1846) was built by the South Eastern Railway.
The station retains its original Victorian character despite modern upgrades.
Today it serves over 1.5 million annual passengers with Southeastern services.
Recent improvements have enhanced accessibility while preserving historic features.
The station is popular with tourists visiting the cathedral city.
Future plans focus on better integration with local bus services and improved cycling facilities.
Canterbury West remains an important gateway to this historic city, combining heritage charm with modern transport needs.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Canterbury West to York?
Open the ticket search and enter Canterbury West as your departure station and York as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Canterbury West and York?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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