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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Canterbury is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £11 - £14 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Bus Station via Railway Station and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Brighton to Canterbury?

The distance between Brighton and Canterbury is 124 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Brighton to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Canterbury bus from?

Brighton to Canterbury bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from St Peter's Church station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Canterbury train from?

Brighton to Canterbury train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Brighton to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £11 - £14 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Brighton to Canterbury bus arrive?

Brighton to Canterbury bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Canterbury train arrive?

Brighton to Canterbury train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Canterbury is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Brighton to Canterbury.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Brighton to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 57m
£62–121
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
3. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
5h 40m
£11–14
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Canterburycar 70.5 mi
1h 47m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
3h 13m
£38–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 21m
£29–73

Brighton to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 123.3 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Bus Station via Railway Station, Chequers Bus Station, and King Street in around 5h 40m.

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