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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Canterbury is to train and bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Canterbury is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Canterbury?

The distance between Dorchester and Canterbury is 209 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Dorchester to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Canterbury bus from?

Dorchester to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Canterbury train from?

Dorchester to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Dorchester to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Canterbury train arrive?

Dorchester to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Canterbury is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Dorchester to Canterbury.

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

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Dorchester to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 34m
£93–202
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
8h 36m
£37–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 14m
£39–97
Drive 178.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Canterburycar 178.8 mi
3h 8m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 12m
£92–195

Dorchester to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Canterbury West via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 14m.

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