What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is to line 8 bus which costs £3 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £65 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Westgate-on-Sea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsmead Roundabout and arriving at Carlton Cinema. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Westgate-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Westgate-on-Sea via Ramsgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

The distance between Canterbury and Westgate-on-Sea is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.6 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea without a car is to line 8 bus which takes 40 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

The line 8 bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Carlton Cinema takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea bus from?

Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Kingsmead Roundabout station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train from?

Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is to line 8 bus which takes 40 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea bus arrive?

Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Carlton Cinema station.

Where does the Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train arrive?

Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ramsgate station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea is 15 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea?

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Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 8 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Carlton Cinemabus 8A / ...
40 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Westgate-on-Seatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
1h 6m
£11–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Seataxi 14.5 mi
25 min
£65–85
Drive 14.5 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Westgate-on-Seacar 14.5 mi
25 min
£4–5

Canterbury to Westgate-on-Sea by train

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Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Westgate-on-Sea, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Kingsmead Roundabout to Carlton Cinema every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Westgate-on-Sea via Ramsgate in around 1h 6m.

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