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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Erith is to bus and line 428 bus which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Erith is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Erith?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Erith. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Erith Town Centre / Riverside via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Erith?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Erith. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Erith via Ebbsfleet International, Gravesend and Dartford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Erith?

The distance between Canterbury and Erith is 61 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Erith without a car is to train and bus and line 428 bus which takes 1h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Canterbury to Erith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Erith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Erith train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Erith?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Erith is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 428 bus, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Canterbury to Erith bus arrive?

Canterbury to Erith bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Canterbury to Erith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Erith?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Erith is 48 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Canterbury to Erith.

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

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Where can I stay near Erith?

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Canterbury to Erith - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 428 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Canterbury to Erith by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus, line 428 bus
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Ebbsfleet International station to Home Gardensbus B / ...
3. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Erith Town Centre / Riversidebus 428
1h 48m
Bus, line 428 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Erith Town Centre / Riversidebus 428
2h 2m
£7–13
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Gravesend to Dartfordtrain Gravesend - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 54m
£30–55
Drive 47.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Erithcar 47.6 mi
53 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Erithtaxi 47.6 mi
53 min
£200–250
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Rainham (Kent)train Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Slade Greentrain Rainham
2h 17m
£26–51

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Erith via Ebbsfleet International, Gravesend, and Dartford in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Erith Town Centre / Riverside via Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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