What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay is to line 600 bus which costs £3 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Herne Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsmead Roundabout and arriving at Library. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Herne Bay via Faversham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

The distance between Canterbury and Herne Bay is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay without a car is to line 600 bus which takes 34 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

The line 600 bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Library takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Herne Bay bus from?

Canterbury to Herne Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Kingsmead Roundabout station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Herne Bay train from?

Canterbury to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury East station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay is to line 600 bus which takes 34 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Canterbury to Herne Bay bus arrive?

Canterbury to Herne Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Library station.

Where does the Canterbury to Herne Bay train arrive?

Canterbury to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Faversham station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Herne Bay is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Canterbury to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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Canterbury to Herne Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Herne Bay by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 600 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Librarybus 911 / ...
34 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Favershamtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
48 min
£10–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Herne Baytaxi 9 mi
18 min
£45–55
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Herne Baycar 9 mi
18 min
£3–4

Canterbury to Herne Bay by train

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Herne Bay, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Library every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury East to Herne Bay via Faversham in around 48 min.

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