What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle is to line 15 bus which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Dover Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Pencester Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Dover Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Dover Priory. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

The distance between Canterbury and Dover Castle is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Dover Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle without a car is to line 15 bus which takes 50 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

The line 15 bus from Bus Station to Pencester Road takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Dover Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Dover Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Dover Castle is to line 15 bus which takes 50 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Canterbury to Dover Castle bus arrive?

Canterbury to Dover Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Canterbury to Dover Castle train arrive?

Canterbury to Dover Castle train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Dover Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Dover Castle is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Canterbury to Dover Castle.

Where can I stay near Dover Castle?

There are 1171+ hotels available in Dover Castle.

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

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Line 15 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pencester Roadbus 15 / ...
50 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
53 min
£8–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Dover Castletaxi 15.8 mi
23 min
£70–90
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Dover Castlecar 15.8 mi
23 min
£4–6

Canterbury to Dover Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Dover Castle, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Pencester Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury East to Dover Priory hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 29 min.

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