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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Tavistock is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Tavistock is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Tavistock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Tavistock. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Plymouth via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Tavistock?

The distance between Canterbury and Tavistock is 291 miles. The road distance is 264.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Tavistock without a car is to train and line 118 bus which takes 7h 13m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Canterbury to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Tavistock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Tavistock train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Tavistock?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Tavistock is to bus which takes 11h 28m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £130 - £240 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Canterbury to Tavistock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury to Tavistock train arrive?

Canterbury to Tavistock train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Tavistock?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Tavistock is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Canterbury to Tavistock.

Where can I stay near Tavistock?

There are 1361+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Canterbury to Tavistock - 5 ways to travel via train, line 118 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 118 bus
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Okehampton Interchange to Bedford Hotelbus 118
7h 13m
£119–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
11h 28m
£40–87
Drive 262.8 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Tavistockcar 262.8 mi
4h 52m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
7h 30m
£130–239
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Bridgetrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
10h 1m
£102–201

Canterbury to Tavistock by train, subway, and bus

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7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.8 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Bus Station via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Plymouth, and Royal Parade in around 7h 30m.

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