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

The cheapest way to get from Oakham to Canterbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakham to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Oakham and Canterbury?

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

How far is it from Oakham to Canterbury?

The distance between Oakham and Canterbury is 173 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakham to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Oakham to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakham to Canterbury train from?

Oakham to Canterbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oakham station.

Where does the Oakham to Canterbury train arrive?

Oakham to Canterbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Oakham to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakham to Canterbury is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Oakham to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2295+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Oakham to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Oakham to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
3h
£69–179
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oakham to Canterburycar 156 mi
2h 39m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to (Corby) Railway Station Forecourtbus R1
2. Take the train from Corby to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 2m
Train
1. Take the train from Oakham to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 43m
£88–174

Oakham to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Oakham, District of Rutland, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Oakham to Canterbury West via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h.

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