What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury is to bus which costs £12 - £30 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Canterbury is 73 miles. The road distance is 59.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 47m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Canterbury bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Canterbury train from?

Elephant and Castle to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 47m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £30 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Canterbury bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Canterbury train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Canterbury is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury?

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There are 4 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 47m
£37–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
2h 5m
£12–30
Drive 59.2 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Canterburycar 59.2 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2h 26m
£37–75

Elephant and Castle to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 73 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Canterbury, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury West hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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