What is the cheapest way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury is to rideshare which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Embankment Station and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Embankment Station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Bridge / South Bank and arriving at Bus Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Embankment Station and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

The distance between Embankment Station and Canterbury is 70 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

How do I travel from Embankment Station to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £16 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

The train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Embankment Station to Canterbury bus from?

Embankment Station to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Embankment Station to Canterbury train from?

Embankment Station to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £16 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £21 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Embankment Station to Canterbury bus arrive?

Embankment Station to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Embankment Station to Canterbury train arrive?

Embankment Station to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.

Can I drive from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Embankment Station to Canterbury is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Embankment Station to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Can I share a ride from Embankment Station to Canterbury?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Embankment Station and Canterbury. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Embankment Station to Canterbury - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Embankment Station to Canterbury by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury WestLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 47m
£16–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Canterbury60.8 mi
1h 41m
£4–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Station007 / ...
3h 13m
£10–20
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury WestSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 52m
£19–58
Drive 60.8 mi
1. Drive from Embankment Station to Canterbury60.8 mi
1h 16m
£15–22

Embankment Station to Canterbury by foot and train

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Embankment Station, England and Canterbury, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Canterbury West every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–60 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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