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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Canterbury is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Wales to Canterbury?

The distance between Wales and Canterbury is 218 miles. The road distance is 213.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Wales to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Canterbury bus from?

Wales to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Wales to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Wales to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Canterbury is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Wales to Canterbury.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 36m
£102–206
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 54m
£31–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 44m
£41–102
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Canterburycar 212.2 mi
3h 40m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 34m
£103–207

Wales to Canterbury by train and subway

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Wales and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Canterbury West via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 44m.

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