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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Walmer is to line 12 bus which costs £3 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Walmer is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Walmer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Salisbury Road. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Walmer?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Walmer. However, there are services departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Walmer via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Walmer?

The distance between Canterbury and Walmer is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Walmer without a car is to line 12 bus which takes 42 min and costs £3.

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

The line 12 bus from Bus Station to Salisbury Road takes 42 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Walmer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Walmer train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Walmer?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Walmer is to line 12 bus which takes 42 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Canterbury to Walmer bus arrive?

Canterbury to Walmer bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Salisbury Road station.

Where does the Canterbury to Walmer train arrive?

Canterbury to Walmer train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Walmer?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Walmer is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Canterbury to Walmer.

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

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Where can I stay near Walmer?

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Canterbury to Walmer - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 12 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salisbury Roadbus 12
42 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the train from Dover Priory to Walmertrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 15m
£12–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Walmertaxi 17.2 mi
27 min
£75–95
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Walmercar 17.2 mi
27 min
£5–7

Canterbury to Walmer by bus

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Salisbury Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury East to Walmer via Dover Priory in around 1h 15m.

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