What is the cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Canterbury East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Alphege Church and arriving at Canterbury East station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Canterbury East?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Canterbury East. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Canterbury East via Faversham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

The distance between Whitstable and Canterbury East is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

How do I travel from Whitstable to Canterbury East without a car?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East without a car is to line 401 bus which takes 37 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

The line 401 bus from St Alphege Church to Canterbury East station takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Canterbury East bus from?

Whitstable to Canterbury East bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from St Alphege Church station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Canterbury East train from?

Whitstable to Canterbury East train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East is to line 401 bus which takes 37 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Whitstable to Canterbury East bus arrive?

Whitstable to Canterbury East bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Canterbury East station.

Where does the Whitstable to Canterbury East train arrive?

Whitstable to Canterbury East train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Faversham station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Canterbury East is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Whitstable to Canterbury East.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitstable to Canterbury East?

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Whitstable to Canterbury East - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 401 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable to Canterbury East by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 401 bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Alphege Church to Canterbury East stationbus 905 / ...
37 min
£3
Drive 7.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Canterbury Eastcar 7.5 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Favershamtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
50 min
£9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Canterbury Easttaxi 7.5 mi
17 min
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
41 min
£3

Whitstable to Canterbury East by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Canterbury East, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from St Alphege Church to Canterbury East station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitstable to Canterbury East via Faversham in around 50 min.

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