What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Portsmouth and Canterbury Cathedral is 147 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral bus from?

Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral train from?

Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 40m
£67–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 11m
£29–72
Drive 125.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedralcar 125.6 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 17m
£66–143
Train, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
4. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
7h 25m

Portsmouth to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

105Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Canterbury Cathedral, England?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Canterbury Cathedral via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Canterbury West in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Canterbury Cathedral via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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