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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Canterbury is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Canterbury?

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

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Canterbury West via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Swindon to Canterbury?

The distance between Swindon and Canterbury is 150 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Swindon to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Canterbury bus from?

Swindon to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Canterbury train from?

Swindon to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Swindon to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h.

Where does the Swindon to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Canterbury train arrive?

Swindon to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Canterbury is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Swindon to Canterbury.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 46m
£72–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h
£28–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
4h 32m
£40–81
Drive 144 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Canterburycar 144 mi
2h 27m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 39m
£72–150

Swindon to Canterbury by train and subway

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Distance: 149.5 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Canterbury West via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h.

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