What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace is to bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Eltham Palace?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Eltham Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Eltham Palace. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Mottingham via Ebbsfleet International and Gravesend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

The distance between Canterbury and Eltham Palace is 60 miles. The road distance is 51.7 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Eltham Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace without a car is to bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £11 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

The bus from Bus Station to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Eltham Palace bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Eltham Palace train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Eltham Palace is to bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £11 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Canterbury to Eltham Palace bus arrive?

Canterbury to Eltham Palace bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue station.

Where does the Canterbury to Eltham Palace train arrive?

Canterbury to Eltham Palace train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Eltham Palace is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Canterbury to Eltham Palace.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Eltham Palace?

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Canterbury to Eltham Palace - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 126 bus

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenuebus 007 / ...
1h 49m
£11–27
Train, line 126 bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Bromley Southtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Ringers Road to Royal Blackheath Golf Clubbus 126
2h
Drive 51.4 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Eltham Palacecar 51.4 mi
57 min
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Gravesend to Mottinghamtrain Gravesend - London Charing Cross / ...
2h 10m
£32–66

Canterbury to Eltham Palace by bus and foot

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Distance: 59.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Eltham Palace, England?

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Eltham Palace via Ebbsfleet International, Gravesend, and Mottingham in around 2h 10m.

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