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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Canterbury is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Canterbury West via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Colchester to Canterbury?

The distance between Colchester and Canterbury is 113 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Colchester to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Canterbury bus from?

Colchester to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Canterbury train from?

Colchester to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Colchester to Canterbury is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Colchester to Canterbury bus arrive?

Colchester to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Colchester to Canterbury train arrive?

Colchester to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Canterbury is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Colchester to Canterbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Canterbury?

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Colchester to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 14m
£54–98
Drive 92.5 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Canterburycar 92.5 mi
1h 38m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 33m
£36–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 45m
£23–38

Colchester to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 112.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bus Station via London Victoria in around 5h 45m.

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