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

The cheapest way to get from Plumstead to Canterbury is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumstead to Canterbury is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Plumstead and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumstead to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Heavitree Road and arriving at Bus Station via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Plumstead and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Plumstead station to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Canterbury West via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Plumstead to Canterbury?

The distance between Plumstead and Canterbury is 71 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumstead to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Plumstead to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Canterbury bus from?

Plumstead to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Heavitree Road station.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Canterbury train from?

Plumstead to Canterbury train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Train or bus from Plumstead to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Plumstead to Canterbury is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £30 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Plumstead to Canterbury bus arrive?

Plumstead to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Plumstead to Canterbury train arrive?

Plumstead to Canterbury train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford International DLR Station.

Can I drive from Plumstead to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumstead to Canterbury is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Plumstead to Canterbury.

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

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Plumstead to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford International DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 49m
£32–68
Line 53 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to New Cross Gate Stationbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
3h 11m
£13–30
Drive 51.1 mi
1. Drive from Plumstead to Canterburycar 51.1 mi
57 min
£13–18
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Plumstead to Gillingham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 7m
£26–52

Plumstead to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Plumstead, Greater London, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Canterbury West via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford International in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heavitree Road to Bus Station via New Cross Gate Station in around 3h 11m.

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