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

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Canterbury is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Canterbury is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swanley and arriving at Canterbury East. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Swanley to Canterbury?

The distance between Swanley and Canterbury is 44 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanley to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £23 - £45.

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

The train from Swanley to Canterbury East takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Canterbury train from?

Swanley to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Swanley station.

Where does the Swanley to Canterbury train arrive?

Swanley to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury East station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Canterbury is 47 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Swanley to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2296+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Swanley to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Swanley to Canterbury by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swanley to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
1h 22m
£23–45
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanley to Canterburycar 47 mi
49 min
£12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swanley to Maidstone Easttrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the bus from Earl Street to Bus Stationbus X3
3h 2m
£15–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swanley to Canterburytaxi 47 mi
49 min
£200–250
Train via Gillingham (Kent)
1. Take the train from Swanley to Gillingham (Kent)train London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
1h 44m
£23–45

Swanley to Canterbury by train

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Canterbury, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Swanley to Canterbury East 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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