What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Canterbury Cathedral station. However, there are services departing from East Croydon Rail Station and arriving at Bus Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Canterbury Cathedral is 101 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from East Croydon Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral train from?

Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 30m
£50–99
Drive 68.9 mi
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1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedralcar 68.9 mi
1h 11m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Elephant & Castle Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 22m
£22–48
Train via London
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 1m
£43–96
Line 291 bus, line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Duke's Head to Railway Stationbus 291
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
3. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
5h 57m

Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 100 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Canterbury Cathedral, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral via London St Pancras Intl and Canterbury West in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Canterbury Cathedral via East Croydon, East Croydon Rail Station, Elephant & Castle Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Bus Station in around 4h 22m.

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