What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westgate Towers and arriving at St Alphege Church. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Whitstable via Faversham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

The distance between Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable without a car is to line 401 bus which takes 38 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

The line 401 bus from Westgate Towers to St Alphege Church takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable bus from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Westgate Towers station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable train from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury East station.

Train or bus from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable is to line 401 bus which takes 38 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable bus arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at St Alphege Church station.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable train arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Faversham station.

Can I drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable?

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 401 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Westgate Towers to St Alphege Churchbus 400 / ...
38 min
£3
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstablecar 7.7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Favershamtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
53 min
£8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstabletaxi 7.7 mi
17 min
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
46 min
£3

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Canterbury Cathedral, England and Whitstable, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Westgate Towers to St Alphege Church every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Canterbury Cathedral to Whitstable via Canterbury East and Faversham in around 53 min.

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