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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Essex is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Southwark St /Blackfriars Road, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Essex. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at White Notley via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Essex?

The distance between Canterbury and Essex is 103 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Essex without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Canterbury to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Essex?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Essex is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Canterbury to Essex bus arrive?

Canterbury to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Canterbury to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Essex is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Canterbury to Essex.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Canterbury to Essex 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 Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 31m
£52–103
Drive 80.8 mi
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1. Drive from Canterbury to Essexcar 80.8 mi
1h 27m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road to Coach Stationbus A8
5h 8m
£25–60

Canterbury to Essex by train

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Polecat Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Stamford Street, Southwark St /Blackfriars Road, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 8m.

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