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Canterbury East to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury East to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 16.520, with average prices for this route around BHD 34.790.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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19:02
4h 31m, Changes required
Canterbury East
23:33
Birmingham Moor Street
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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19:02
5h 57m, Changes required
Canterbury East
00:59
+1
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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20:02
4h, Changes required
Canterbury East
00:02
+1
Birmingham Moor Street
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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21:02
9h 50m, Changes required
Canterbury East
06:52
+1
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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22:03
9h 41m, Changes required
Canterbury East
07:44
+1
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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22:03
10h 2m, Changes required
Canterbury East
08:05
+1
Paris
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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Canterbury East to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:03
Last train
Last train
23:01
Departure station
Departure station
Canterbury East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
4h
Distance
Distance
245 km
Price
Price
BHD 16.520*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury East to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Canterbury East to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Canterbury East to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Canterbury East to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Canterbury East to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury East to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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