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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Canterbury is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Canterbury West via Manningtree, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Harwich to Canterbury?

The distance between Harwich and Canterbury is 132 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Harwich to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Canterbury bus from?

Harwich to Canterbury bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Canterbury train from?

Harwich to Canterbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Harwich to Canterbury is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £120 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Harwich to Canterbury bus arrive?

Harwich to Canterbury bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Where does the Harwich to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Canterbury is 112 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Harwich to Canterbury.

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

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Harwich to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harwich to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 59m
£62–128
Line 104 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 47m
£21–117
Line 104 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
5h 7m
£48–98
Drive 111.6 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Canterburycar 111.6 mi
1h 58m
£28–40

Harwich to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 131.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Canterbury West via Manningtree, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Bus Station via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 7h 47m.

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