What is the cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury is to line 7 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Tunbridge Wells and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Tunbridge Wells station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Bus Station via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Tunbridge Wells and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Tunbridge Wells and arriving at Canterbury West via Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

The distance between Tunbridge Wells and Canterbury is 46 miles. The road distance is 44.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury bus from?

Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury bus arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chequers Bus Station.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury train arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury?

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Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury 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 52m
£23–50
Line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
3h 34m
£5–6
Drive 43.9 mi
1. Drive from Tunbridge Wells to Canterburycar 43.9 mi
1h 2m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tunbridge Wells to Canterburytaxi 43.9 mi
1h 2m
£190–230

Tunbridge Wells to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Tunbridge Wells, England and Canterbury, 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 Railway Station to Bus Station via Chequers Bus Station and King Street in around 3h 34m.

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