What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral station. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between London Paddington and Canterbury Cathedral is 74 miles. The road distance is 63.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral bus from?

London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral train from?

London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 57m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral?

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There are 4 ways to get from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral by train, bus, or car

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 57m
£37–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
3h 11m
£16–44
Drive 63.3 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedralcar 63.3 mi
1h 26m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2h 57m
£38–79

London Paddington to Canterbury Cathedral by subway, train, and foot

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Canterbury Cathedral, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury West hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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