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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Walmer Castle is to line 12 bus which costs £3 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Walmer Castle is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Walmer Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Gothic Close. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Walmer Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Walmer Castle. However, there are services departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Walmer via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Walmer Castle?

The distance between Canterbury and Walmer Castle is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Walmer Castle without a car is to line 12 bus which takes 57 min and costs £3.

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

The line 12 bus from Bus Station to Gothic Close takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Walmer Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Walmer Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Walmer Castle?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Walmer Castle is to line 12 bus which takes 57 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Canterbury to Walmer Castle bus arrive?

Canterbury to Walmer Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Gothic Close station.

Where does the Canterbury to Walmer Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Walmer Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Walmer Castle is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Canterbury to Walmer Castle.

Where can I stay near Walmer Castle?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Walmer Castle.

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

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

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Line 12 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Gothic Closebus 12
57 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 40m
£12–24
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Walmer Castlecar 18.7 mi
26 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Walmer Castletaxi 18.7 mi
26 min
£85–110

Canterbury to Walmer Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 21.2 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Gothic Close hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury East to Walmer Castle via Dover Priory and Walmer in around 1h 40m.

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