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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Canterbury is to bus via London which costs £27 - £60 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Canterbury is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Canterbury West via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Canterbury?

The distance between Gloucester and Canterbury is 187 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Gloucester to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Canterbury bus from?

Gloucester to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Canterbury train from?

Gloucester to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Gloucester to Canterbury bus arrive?

Gloucester to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gloucester to Canterbury train arrive?

Gloucester to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Canterbury is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Gloucester to Canterbury.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 28m
£88–180
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 4m
£28–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 4m
£36–88
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Canterburycar 162.8 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 26m
£89–181

Gloucester to Canterbury by train and subway

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Canterbury West via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 4m.

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