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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne is to line 16 bus and line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus which costs £15 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Waitrose and arriving at Memorial Roundabout via Folkestone Central station, Camp, Railway Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Eastbourne via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Eastbourne?

The distance between Canterbury and Eastbourne is 57 miles. The road distance is 59.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Eastbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus, which costs £15 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Canterbury to Eastbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Eastbourne is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Canterbury to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Canterbury to Eastbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Eastbournetrain Ashford International - Eastbourne
2h 21m
£29–59
Line 16 bus, line 102 bus, bus, line 101 bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waitrose 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 Memorial Roundaboutbus 99 / ...
5h 42m
£15
Drive 59.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Eastbournecar 59.2 mi
1h 27m
£15–21

Canterbury to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waitrose to Memorial Roundabout via Folkestone Central station, Camp, Railway Station, and Railway Station in around 5h 42m.

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