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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury East and Whitstable?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canterbury East station station and arriving at Horsebridge. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury East and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury East to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Whitstable via Faversham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Canterbury East to Whitstable?

The distance between Canterbury East and Whitstable is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Whitstable without a car is to line 401 bus which takes 35 min and costs £3.

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

The line 401 bus from Canterbury East station to Horsebridge takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Canterbury East to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Whitstable is to line 401 bus which takes 35 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Canterbury East to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury East to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury East to Whitstable?

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

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

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Canterbury East to Whitstable - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 401 bus

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

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Line 401 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canterbury East station to Horsebridgebus 905 / ...
35 min
£3
Drive 7.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury East to Whitstablecar 7.5 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 / ...
41 min
£8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury East to Whitstabletaxi 7.5 mi
17 min
£35–50
Line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cranleigh Gardensbus 5
43 min

Canterbury East to Whitstable by bus

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Canterbury East station to Horsebridge every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury East to Whitstable via Faversham in around 41 min.

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