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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Canterbury is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Canterbury West via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Essex to Canterbury?

The distance between Essex and Canterbury is 103 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Essex to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Canterbury bus from?

Essex to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Canterbury train from?

Essex to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Essex to Canterbury is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 108 bus, which costs £22 - £130 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Essex to Canterbury bus arrive?

Essex to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Canterbury train arrive?

Essex to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Canterbury is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Essex to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Essex to Canterbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 108 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essex to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 15m
£49–101
Drive 80.4 mi
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1. Drive from Essex to Canterburycar 80.4 mi
1h 27m
£20–28
Bus, line 108 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 17m
£23–127

Essex to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 5h 17m.

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