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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Canterbury Cathedral station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Southampton and Canterbury Cathedral is 153 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 28m
£69–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 1m
£29–72
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Canterbury Cathedralcar 131 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 5m
£68–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 6m
£62–116

Southampton to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Canterbury Cathedral via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Canterbury West in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Canterbury Cathedral via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 1m.

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