What is the cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East is to line 7 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Tonbridge and Canterbury East?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonbridge to Canterbury East station. However, there are services departing from Castle and arriving at Canterbury East station via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Canterbury East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

The distance between Tonbridge and Canterbury East is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

How do I travel from Tonbridge to Canterbury East without a car?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

The train from Tonbridge to Canterbury West takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Canterbury East bus from?

Tonbridge to Canterbury East bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Castle station.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Canterbury East train from?

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

Train or bus from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Canterbury East bus arrive?

Tonbridge to Canterbury East bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chequers Bus Station.

Where does the Tonbridge to Canterbury East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Canterbury East?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Canterbury East is 44 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Tonbridge to Canterbury East.

Where can I stay near Canterbury East?

There are 2293+ hotels available in Canterbury East.

Tonbridge to Canterbury East - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Tonbridge to Canterbury East by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 21m
£21–45
Line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castle to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
2. Take the bus from King Street to Canterbury East stationbus X3
3h 5m
£5–6
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Canterbury Eastcar 43.3 mi
53 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tonbridge to Canterbury Easttaxi 43.3 mi
53 min
£190–230

Tonbridge to Canterbury East by bus and foot

142Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.7 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Tonbridge, England and Canterbury East, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Tonbridge to Canterbury West hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle to Canterbury East via Chequers Bus Station, King Street, and Canterbury East station in around 3h 5m.

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