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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Plumstead is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Plumstead is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Heavitree Road via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Plumstead station. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station via Stratford International DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Plumstead?

The distance between Canterbury and Plumstead is 71 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Canterbury to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Plumstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Plumstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Plumstead is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Canterbury to Plumstead bus arrive?

Canterbury to Plumstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Canterbury to Plumstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Plumstead is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Canterbury to Plumstead.

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

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Canterbury to Plumstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Plumstead 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 International DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
1h 14m
£36–69
Drive 51.8 mi
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1. Drive from Canterbury to Plumsteadcar 51.8 mi
57 min
£13–19
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Cross Gate Stationbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Heavitree Roadbus 53 / ...
2h 31m
£14–30
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Gillingham (Kent)train Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Plumsteadtrain Rainham / ...
2h
£25–51

Canterbury to Plumstead by train

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Plumstead, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station via Stratford International and Stratford International DLR Station in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Heavitree Road via New Cross Gate Station in around 2h 31m.

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