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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Alphege Church and arriving at St Dunstan's Church. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitstable and arriving at Canterbury West. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Whitstable to Canterbury?

The distance between Whitstable and Canterbury is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury without a car is to line 401 bus which takes 28 min and costs .

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

The line 401 bus from St Alphege Church to St Dunstan's Church takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Canterbury is to line 401 bus which takes 28 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Faversham, which costs £6 - £14 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Whitstable to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitstable to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Canterbury?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable to Canterbury 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 St Alphege Church to St Dunstan's Church400 / ...
28 min
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Canterbury7.7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train via Faversham
1. Take the train from Whitstable to FavershamRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to Canterbury EastLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
51 min
£7–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Canterbury7.7 mi
17 min
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Canterbury WestFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
55 min
£19–28

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Canterbury.

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from St Alphege Church to St Dunstan's Church every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitstable to Canterbury East via Faversham in around 51 min.

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