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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Swaffham and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Swaffham to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Station via Cinema, Norwich, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Swaffham and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Swaffham to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Downham Market and arriving at Canterbury West via Cambridge and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Swaffham to Canterbury?

The distance between Swaffham and Canterbury is 179 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swaffham to Canterbury without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 27m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Swaffham to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swaffham to Canterbury bus from?

Swaffham to Canterbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Norwich station.

Where do I catch the Swaffham to Canterbury train from?

Swaffham to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Downham Market station.

Train or bus from Swaffham to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Swaffham to Canterbury is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs £28 - £150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Swaffham to Canterbury bus arrive?

Swaffham to Canterbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop station.

Where does the Swaffham to Canterbury train arrive?

Swaffham to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Swaffham to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swaffham to Canterbury is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Swaffham to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Canterbury.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Arms to station forecourtbus 67
2. Take the train from Downham Market to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 27m
£78–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Norwich to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stopbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
8h 27m
£28–146
Drive 141.2 mi
1. Drive from Swaffham to Canterburycar 141.2 mi
2h 30m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Downham Market to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Canterbury Westtrain
6h 2m
£82–170

Swaffham to Canterbury by bus and train

102Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Boots, Cinema, Norwich, London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Arms to Canterbury West via station forecourt, Downham Market, Cambridge, and London Bridge in around 6h 2m.

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