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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Rainham is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Rainham is to train which takes 37 min and costs £11 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Cricketers via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Rainham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Rainham (Kent). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Rainham?

The distance between Canterbury and Rainham is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £11 - £23.

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

The train from Canterbury East to Rainham (Kent) takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Rainham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Rainham?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Rainham is to train which takes 37 min and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Canterbury to Rainham bus arrive?

Canterbury to Rainham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Canterbury to Rainham train arrive?

Canterbury to Rainham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Rainham is 23 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Canterbury to Rainham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury to Rainham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Rainham (Kent)train Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
37 min
£11–23
Drive 22.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Rainhamcar 22.4 mi
37 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to The Cricketersbus 132 / ...
1h 17m
£7–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Rainhamtaxi 22.4 mi
37 min
£100–120
Bus, line 326 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Hubbus X3
2. Take the bus from Bus Hub to The Cricketersbus 326 / ...
2h 20m

Canterbury to Rainham by train

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury East to Rainham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £11–23 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Cricketers via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 1h 17m.

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