What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Bus Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

The distance between Watford Junction and Canterbury is 88 miles. The road distance is 79.3 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Canterbury bus from?

Watford Junction to Canterbury bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Canterbury train from?

Watford Junction to Canterbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 142 bus and bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Canterbury bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Canterbury bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Edgware Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Canterbury train arrive?

Watford Junction to Canterbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Canterbury is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Watford Junction to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Canterbury?

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Watford Junction to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 142 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction to Canterbury by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 6m
£40–113
Drive 78.8 mi
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1. Drive from Watford Junction to Canterburycar 78.8 mi
1h 48m
£20–28
Line 142 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 17m
£27–77
Line 757 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 32m
£22–49

Watford Junction to Canterbury by train and foot

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Canterbury West via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Bus Station via Edgware Bus Station, Edgware station, Elephant & Castle station, and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 4h 17m.

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