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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Canterbury is to bus which costs £13 - £30 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Canterbury?

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

How far is it from Basingstoke to Canterbury?

The distance between Basingstoke and Canterbury is 121 miles. The road distance is 109.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 3m and costs £45 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Canterbury bus from?

Basingstoke to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Canterbury train from?

Basingstoke to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 3m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Canterbury train arrive?

Basingstoke to Canterbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Canterbury is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Basingstoke to Canterbury.

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

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Basingstoke to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury WestSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 3m
£46–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station007 / ...
4h 49m
£14–29
Drive 108.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Canterbury108.7 mi
1h 47m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury WestLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 53m
£43–94

Basingstoke to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

128Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Canterbury West via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 4h 49m.

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