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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Canterbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 2h 20m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Canterbury?

The distance between Peterborough and Canterbury is 147 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 20m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Peterborough to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Canterbury train from?

Peterborough to Canterbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Canterbury train arrive?

Peterborough to Canterbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Canterbury is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Peterborough to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 20m
£56–158
Drive 137.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Canterburycar 137.2 mi
2h 23m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 1m
£35–115
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to London St Pancras Intltrain Peterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 55m
£75–153

Peterborough to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Canterbury West via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 20m.

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