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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Salisbury is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Salisbury is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Salisbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Salisbury. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at New Canal via London Victoria and Meeting House Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Salisbury?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Salisbury. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Salisbury via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Salisbury?

The distance between Canterbury and Salisbury is 157 miles. The road distance is 142.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Salisbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 9m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Canterbury to Salisbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Salisbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Salisbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Salisbury?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Salisbury is to train via London which takes 3h 9m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Canterbury to Salisbury bus arrive?

Canterbury to Salisbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Salisbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Salisbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Salisbury is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Canterbury to Salisbury.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
3h 9m
£69–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Meeting House Lanebus 035
6h 38m
£34–79
Drive 142 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Salisburycar 142 mi
2h 28m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
3h 38m
£66–150

Canterbury to Salisbury by train, foot, and subway

145Weekly Services

3h 9mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Salisbury, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Salisbury via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to New Canal via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Meeting House Lane in around 6h 38m.

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