What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £14 - £30 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Greenwich High Road / Roan Street via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Maze Hill via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Canterbury and Royal Observatory is 78 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Royal Observatory bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Royal Observatory train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Canterbury to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury to Royal Observatory train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Royal Observatory is 55 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Canterbury to Royal Observatory.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Royal Observatory?

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Canterbury to Royal Observatory - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Royal Observatory by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Maze Hilltrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
1h 54m
£39–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Cross Gate Stationbus 007 / ...
2h 13m
£14–30
Drive 54.5 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Royal Observatorycar 54.5 mi
59 min
£14–20
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Chathamtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Chatham to Maze Hilltrain Gillingham / ...
2h 24m
£27–54

Canterbury to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Royal Observatory, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Royal Observatory via London St Pancras Intl and Maze Hill in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to New Cross Gate Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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