What is the cheapest way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford (Station) and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Quarry Hill Parade and arriving at Bus Station via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford (Station) and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

The distance between Guildford (Station) and Canterbury is 103 miles. The road distance is 83.2 miles.

How do I travel from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford (Station) to Canterbury bus from?

Guildford (Station) to Canterbury bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Quarry Hill Parade station.

Where do I catch the Guildford (Station) to Canterbury train from?

Guildford (Station) to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Guildford (Station) to Canterbury bus arrive?

Guildford (Station) to Canterbury bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chequers Bus Station.

Where does the Guildford (Station) to Canterbury train arrive?

Guildford (Station) to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford (Station) to Canterbury is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury?

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Guildford (Station) to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Guildford (Station) to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 59m
£49–111
Drive 82.8 mi
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1. Drive from Guildford (Station) to Canterburycar 82.8 mi
1h 24m
£21–30
Line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
2. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
5h 3m
£23–43
Train
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 36m
£47–98
Bus, line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 44m

Guildford (Station) to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Guildford (Station), England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Guildford to Canterbury West via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Guildford to Bus Station via Redhill, Tonbridge, Quarry Hill Parade, Chequers Bus Station, and King Street in around 5h 3m.

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