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

The cheapest way to get from England to Canterbury is to rideshare which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from England to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between England and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from England to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and arriving at Bus Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between England and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from England to Canterbury?

The distance between England and Canterbury is 70 miles. The road distance is 61.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from England to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £70.

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

The train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the England to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the England to Canterbury train from?

England to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from England to Canterbury?

The best way to get from England to Canterbury is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the England to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the England to Canterbury train arrive?

England to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from England to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Canterbury is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from England to Canterbury.

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

Book your England to Canterbury train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2256+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Can I share a ride from England to Canterbury?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between England and Canterbury. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from England to Canterbury by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 45m
£35–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Canterburyrideshare 60.8 mi
1h 36m
£4–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
2h 57m
£14–46
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 55m
£36–74
Drive 60.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Canterburycar 60.9 mi
1h 17m
£15–22

England to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 69.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between England and Canterbury, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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