What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head is to line 16 bus and line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus which costs £16 - £18 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Beachy Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Beachy Head. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Beachy Head Centre via Folkestone Central station, Camp, Railway Station, Railway Station and Western Lawns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Beachy Head?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Beachy Head. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Eastbourne via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

The distance between Canterbury and Beachy Head is 61 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Beachy Head without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £28 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Beachy Head bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Beachy Head train from?

Canterbury to Beachy Head train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus, which costs £16 - £18 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Canterbury to Beachy Head bus arrive?

Canterbury to Beachy Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Canterbury to Beachy Head train arrive?

Canterbury to Beachy Head train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Eastbourne station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Beachy Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Beachy Head is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Canterbury to Beachy Head.

Where can I stay near Beachy Head?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Beachy Head.

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There are 3 ways to get from Canterbury to Beachy Head by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Eastbournetrain Ashford International - Eastbourne
3h 13m
£28–51
Drive 62.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Beachy Headcar 62.2 mi
1h 31m
£16–23
Line 16 bus, line 102 bus, bus, line 101 bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Campbus 102 / ...
3. Take the bus from Camp to Railway Stationbus 100 / ...
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
5. Take the bus from Railway Station to Gildredge Roadbus 99 / ...
6h 26m
£17–18

Canterbury to Beachy Head by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 60.5 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Beachy Head, England?

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Beachy Head Centre via Folkestone Central station, Camp, Railway Station, Railway Station, Gildredge Road, and Western Lawns in around 6h 26m.

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