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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Aylesford is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Aylesford is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Aylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Aylesford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coldharbour Roundabout via Royal Star Arcade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Aylesford?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Aylesford. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Aylesford via Paddock Wood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Aylesford?

The distance between Canterbury and Aylesford is 49 miles. The road distance is 29.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Aylesford without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Canterbury to Aylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Aylesford bus from?

Canterbury to Aylesford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Aylesford train from?

Canterbury to Aylesford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Aylesford?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Aylesford is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Canterbury to Aylesford bus arrive?

Canterbury to Aylesford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Canterbury to Aylesford train arrive?

Canterbury to Aylesford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paddock Wood station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Aylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Aylesford is 30 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Canterbury to Aylesford.

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

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Where can I stay near Aylesford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Paddock Woodtrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to Aylesfordtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
1h 43m
£24–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2h 9m
£4–6
Drive 29.7 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Aylesfordcar 29.7 mi
33 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Aylesfordtaxi 29.7 mi
33 min
£130–160

Canterbury to Aylesford by train

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Aylesford via Paddock Wood in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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