What is the cheapest way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury is to line 12 bus which costs £3 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Walmer Castle and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gothic Close and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Walmer Castle and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Walmer Castle to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Walmer and arriving at Canterbury East via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

The distance between Walmer Castle and Canterbury is 22 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

How do I travel from Walmer Castle to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury without a car is to line 12 bus which takes 55 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

The line 12 bus from Gothic Close to Bus Station takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Walmer Castle to Canterbury bus from?

Walmer Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Gothic Close station.

Where do I catch the Walmer Castle to Canterbury train from?

Walmer Castle to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Walmer station.

Train or bus from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury is to line 12 bus which takes 55 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Walmer Castle to Canterbury bus arrive?

Walmer Castle to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Walmer Castle to Canterbury train arrive?

Walmer Castle to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Walmer Castle to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Walmer Castle to Canterbury is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Walmer Castle to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2293+ hotels available in Canterbury.

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There are 4 ways to get from Walmer Castle to Canterbury by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 12 bus
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1. Take the bus from Gothic Close to Bus Stationbus 12
55 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Walmer to Dover Priorytrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Dover Priory to Canterbury Easttrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
1h 35m
£12–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walmer Castle to Canterburytaxi 17.7 mi
29 min
£80–100
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Walmer Castle to Canterburycar 17.7 mi
29 min
£5–7

Walmer Castle to Canterbury by foot and bus

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Walmer Castle, England and Canterbury, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Gothic Close to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Walmer Castle to Canterbury East via Walmer and Dover Priory in around 1h 35m.

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