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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Canterbury is to line 15 bus which costs £3 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Priory Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Dover 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 to Canterbury?

The distance between Dover and Canterbury is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Canterbury bus from?

Dover to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Priory Street station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Dover to Canterbury is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus, which costs £3 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Dover to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Canterbury is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Dover to Canterbury.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Dover to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover 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 / ...
28 min
£8–16
Line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Stationbus 15
37 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Canterburytaxi 15.5 mi
22 min
£70–90
Drive 15.5 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Canterburycar 15.5 mi
22 min
£4–6

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Dover, 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 Priory Street to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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