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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Canterbury is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Canterbury is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £90 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Canterbury?

The distance between Wakefield and Canterbury is 247 miles. The road distance is 238.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Wakefield to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Canterbury train from?

Wakefield to Canterbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Canterbury train arrive?

Wakefield to Canterbury train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Canterbury is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Wakefield to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2186+ hotels available in Canterbury.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 34m
£94–146
Drive 237.2 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Canterburycar 237.2 mi
4h 3m
£60–86
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
5h 40m
£116–376
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 35m
£114–193
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LBA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
7h 37m
£287–721

Wakefield to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Canterbury West via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 34m.

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