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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Beckton is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Beckton is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Beckton?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Beckton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsford Way via New Cross Gate Station and Greenwich Town Cen/ Cutty Sark. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Beckton?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Beckton station. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via Stratford International DLR Station and Canning Town DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Beckton?

The distance between Canterbury and Beckton is 71 miles. The road distance is 57.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Beckton without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Canterbury to Beckton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Beckton bus from?

Canterbury to Beckton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Beckton train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Beckton?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Beckton is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 129 bus, which costs £13 - £70 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Canterbury to Beckton bus arrive?

Canterbury to Beckton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Canterbury to Beckton train arrive?

Canterbury to Beckton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Beckton?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Beckton is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Canterbury to Beckton.

Where can I stay near Beckton?

There are 20110+ hotels available in Beckton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Canning Town DLR Station to Beckton DLR Stationtrain Dlr
1h 19m
£38–65
Bus, line 129 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Cross Gate Stationbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greenwich Town Cen/ Cutty Sark to Kingsford Waybus 129
2h 57m
£13–68
Drive 57.3 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Becktoncar 57.3 mi
1h 5m
£15–21
Train, line 129 bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Greenwichtrain
3. Take the bus from Greenwich Station to Kingsford Waybus 129
3h 13m
£31–94

Canterbury to Beckton by train

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Beckton DLR Station via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, and Canning Town DLR Station in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsford Way via New Cross Gate Station and Greenwich Town Cen/ Cutty Sark in around 2h 57m.

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