What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Canterbury is to bus which costs £3 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Canterbury is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Street and arriving at Canterbury East station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford International and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Ashford to Canterbury?

The distance between Ashford and Canterbury is 14 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Canterbury?

The train from Ashford International to Canterbury West takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Canterbury bus from?

Ashford to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from North Street station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Canterbury train from?

Ashford to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Ashford to Canterbury is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Ashford to Canterbury bus arrive?

Ashford to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Canterbury East station.

Where does the Ashford to Canterbury train arrive?

Ashford to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Canterbury is 15 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Ashford to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Canterbury?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashford to Canterbury by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
14 min
£7–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Street to Canterbury East stationbus 1X / ...
43 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford to Canterburytaxi 15 mi
23 min
£70–85
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Canterburycar 15 mi
23 min
£4–6

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Distance: 14.1 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Canterbury West every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from North Street to Canterbury East station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 43 min.

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