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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral is to line 15 bus which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £75 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Priory Street and arriving at Waitrose. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Canterbury Cathedral?

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 Cathedral?

The distance between Dover and Canterbury Cathedral is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral is to train which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus, which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Dover to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Dover to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Waitrose station.

Where does the Dover to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Canterbury Cathedral is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

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Dover to Canterbury Cathedral - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 15 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Canterbury Cathedral 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 / ...
40 min
£8–16
Line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Waitrosebus 15
44 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Canterbury Cathedraltaxi 16.2 mi
23 min
£75–90
Drive 16.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Canterbury Cathedralcar 16.2 mi
23 min
£4–6
Line 15 bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Bus Stationbus 15
45 min
£3

Dover to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 16.1 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Dover, England and Canterbury Cathedral, 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 Waitrose every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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