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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Canterbury is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Canterbury is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Canterbury West via Manchester Piccadilly and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Bolton to Canterbury?

The distance between Bolton and Canterbury is 266 miles. The road distance is 269.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Bolton to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Canterbury bus from?

Bolton to Canterbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Canterbury train from?

Bolton to Canterbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Bolton to Canterbury is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Bolton to Canterbury bus arrive?

Bolton to Canterbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Bolton to Canterbury train arrive?

Bolton to Canterbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Canterbury is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Bolton to Canterbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Canterbury?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Bolton to Canterbury - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bolton to Canterbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 30m
£98–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 42m
£35–55
Drive 268 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Canterburycar 268 mi
4h 38m
£67–96
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 54m
£109–335
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
10h 27m
£35–60
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
6h 50m
£238–396
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
7h 15m
£86–225
Fly to London Southend Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
2. Take the train from Southend Airport to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
7h 55m
£89–313

Bolton to Canterbury by train and foot

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Distance: 264.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Canterbury West via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and London Victoria in around 9h 42m.

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