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

The cheapest way to get from Dover Castle to Canterbury is to line 15 bus which costs £3 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover Castle to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dover Castle and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pencester Road and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Dover Castle and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Canterbury East. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Dover Castle to Canterbury?

The distance between Dover Castle and Canterbury is 17 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover Castle to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

The train from Dover Priory to Canterbury East takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Dover Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Pencester Road station.

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

Dover Castle to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover Castle to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Dover Castle to Canterbury is to train which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus, which costs £3 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Dover Castle to Canterbury bus arrive?

Dover Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dover Castle to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover Castle to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover Castle to Canterbury is 17 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Dover Castle to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2296+ hotels available in Canterbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Canterbury Easttrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
52 min
£8–16
Line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Bus Stationbus 15
54 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover Castle to Canterburytaxi 16.9 mi
21 min
£75–95
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Dover Castle to Canterburycar 16.9 mi
21 min
£5–6

Dover Castle to Canterbury by foot and bus

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Canterbury East hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Pencester Road to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 38 min.

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