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

The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Salisbury and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Salisbury to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Blue Boar Row and arriving at Bus Station via Meeting House Lane and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Salisbury and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Salisbury to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Salisbury and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Salisbury to Canterbury?

The distance between Salisbury and Canterbury is 157 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Salisbury to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salisbury to Canterbury bus from?

Salisbury to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meeting House Lane station.

Where do I catch the Salisbury to Canterbury train from?

Salisbury to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Salisbury station.

Train or bus from Salisbury to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Salisbury to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salisbury to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salisbury to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Salisbury to Canterbury is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Salisbury to Canterbury.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to London Waterlootrain Salisbury - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 25m
£71–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 20m
£34–83
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Salisbury to Canterburycar 142.6 mi
2h 28m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to London Waterlootrain Salisbury - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 2m
£69–147

Salisbury to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

127Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Salisbury to Canterbury West via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blue Boar Row to Bus Station via Meeting House Lane, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 20m.

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