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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Canterbury is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £16 - £50 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Canterbury is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Canterbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Canterbury is 218 miles. The road distance is 213.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Cardiff to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Canterbury bus from?

Cardiff to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Canterbury train from?

Cardiff to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Canterbury train arrive?

Cardiff to Canterbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Canterbury is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Canterbury.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Canterbury?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Cardiff to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury WestSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 59m
£66–168
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station022 / ...
7h 35m
£16–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station022 / ...
7h 15m
£19–53
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Canterbury212.2 mi
3h 38m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury WestLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 51m
£66–173

Cardiff to Canterbury by bus

74Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Canterbury.

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Canterbury West via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 15m.

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