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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Canterbury is to bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Canterbury is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Canterbury West via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Eltham to Canterbury?

The distance between Eltham and Canterbury is 59 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Canterbury without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £11 - £27.

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

The bus from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue to Bus Station takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Canterbury bus from?

Eltham to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Eltham to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Eltham to Canterbury is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £11 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Eltham to Canterbury bus arrive?

Eltham to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Eltham to Canterbury train arrive?

Eltham to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gravesend station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Canterbury is 51 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Eltham to Canterbury.

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

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Eltham to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 126 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Eltham to Canterbury by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
1h 30m
£11–27
Train
1. Take the train from Eltham to Gravesendtrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 15m
£33–68
Drive 51.2 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Canterburycar 51.2 mi
56 min
£13–18
Line 126 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Ringers Roadbus 126
2. Take the train from Bromley South to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 28m

Eltham to Canterbury by bus

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Eltham, England and Canterbury, England?

National Express operates a bus from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Eltham to Canterbury West via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International in around 2h 15m.

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