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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Whitstable is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Whitstable is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Whitstable?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westgate Court Avenue and arriving at St Alphege Church. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Whitstable?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Whitstable. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Whitstable?

The distance between Canterbury and Whitstable is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Whitstable without a car is to line 401 bus which takes 26 min and costs .

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

The line 401 bus from Westgate Court Avenue to St Alphege Church takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Whitstable bus from?

Canterbury to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Westgate Court Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Whitstable is to line 401 bus which takes 26 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Faversham, which costs £7 - £15 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Canterbury to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Whitstable is 8 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Canterbury to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1148+ hotels available in Whitstable.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 401 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Westgate Court Avenue to St Alphege Church400 / ...
26 min
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Whitstable8 mi
18 min
£2–3
Train via Faversham
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to FavershamDover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
42 min
£7–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Whitstable8 mi
18 min
£40–50
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Faversham / ...
53 min
£19–28

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Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Westgate Court Avenue to St Alphege Church hourly, and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury East to Whitstable via Faversham in around 42 min.

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