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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Gloucester is to bus via London which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Gloucester is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Transport Hub via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Gloucester via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Gloucester?

The distance between Canterbury and Gloucester is 187 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Gloucester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Canterbury to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Gloucester is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Canterbury to Gloucester bus arrive?

Canterbury to Gloucester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Gloucester train arrive?

Canterbury to Gloucester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Gloucester is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Canterbury to Gloucester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Gloucester?

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Canterbury to Gloucester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 44m
£89–180
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Gloucesterbus Uk044
7h 20m
£27–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
6h 29m
£35–86
Drive 162.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Gloucestercar 162.9 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 39m
£89–181

Canterbury to Gloucester by train and subway

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Gloucester via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Transport Hub via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 29m.

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