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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Sandgate is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Sandgate is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Sandgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Folkestone Central station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Sandgate?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Sandgate. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Folkestone West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Sandgate?

The distance between Canterbury and Sandgate is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Sandgate without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Sandgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Sandgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Sandgate?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Sandgate is to line 16 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Canterbury to Sandgate bus arrive?

Canterbury to Sandgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Canterbury to Sandgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Sandgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Sandgate is 18 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Canterbury to Sandgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Sandgate?

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Canterbury to Sandgate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 16 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
45 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone Westtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
45 min
£13–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Sandgatetaxi 18 mi
25 min
£80–100
Drive 18 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Sandgatecar 18 mi
25 min
£5–7

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Folkestone West via Ashford International in around 45 min.

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