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

The cheapest way to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Whitechapel and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitechapel station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital and arriving at Bus Station via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Whitechapel and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Whitechapel station to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Whitechapel station and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Whitechapel to Canterbury?

The distance between Whitechapel and Canterbury is 74 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Canterbury bus from?

Whitechapel to Canterbury bus services, operated by Replacement Bus Service, depart from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Canterbury train from?

Whitechapel to Canterbury train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Whitechapel station.

Train or bus from Whitechapel to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs £12 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Whitechapel to Canterbury bus arrive?

Whitechapel to Canterbury bus services, operated by Replacement Bus Service, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Whitechapel to Canterbury train arrive?

Whitechapel to Canterbury train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Whitechapel to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitechapel to Canterbury is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Whitechapel to Canterbury.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitechapel to Canterbury by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Whitechapel station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 50m
£37–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital to New Cross Gate Stationbus X
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
3h 32m
£12–21
Drive 58.9 mi
1. Drive from Whitechapel to Canterburycar 58.9 mi
1h 9m
£15–22
Train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 30m
£32–57
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 48m
£35–52

Whitechapel to Canterbury by subway and train

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Distance: 73.1 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Whitechapel, Greater London, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a bus from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital to Bus Station via New Cross Gate Station in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Canterbury East hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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