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

The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 27m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Salisbury and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral 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 27m.

Is there a direct train between Salisbury and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral. 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 38m.

How far is it from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Salisbury and Canterbury Cathedral is 157 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral 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 38m
£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 27m
£34–83
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedralcar 142.4 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 15m
£70–152

Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 156.6 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Salisbury to Canterbury Cathedral via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Canterbury West in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blue Boar Row to Canterbury Cathedral via Meeting House Lane, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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