What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs is to bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Kent Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Kent Downs. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Jade's Crossing via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Kent Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Kent Downs. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Bearsted via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

The distance between Canterbury and Kent Downs is 32 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Kent Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Kent Downs bus from?

Canterbury to Kent Downs bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Kent Downs train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Canterbury to Kent Downs bus arrive?

Canterbury to Kent Downs bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Canterbury to Kent Downs train arrive?

Canterbury to Kent Downs train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Kent Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Kent Downs is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Canterbury to Kent Downs.

Where can I stay near Kent Downs?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Kent Downs.

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Kent Downs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Bearstedtrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 27m
£15–31
Drive 20 mi
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1. Drive from Canterbury to Kentcar 20 mi
26 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2h 49m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Kenttaxi 20 mi
26 min
£90–110

Canterbury to Kent Downs by bus and foot

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Kent Downs, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Kent Downs via Ashford International and Bearsted in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcade hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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