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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lancaster to Canterbury

Composite routes from Lancaster to Canterbury

Cheapest
5 h 3 min
Car
487 km.
from $26
Other
4 h 16 min
402 km.
from $313.07
10 h 11 min
402 km.
from $130.08
5 h 28 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $177.73
7 h 11 min
402 km.
from $177.41
6 h 52 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $294.47
7 h 43 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $231.64
7 h 9 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $228.71
6 h 58 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $273.35
7 h 26 min
Train, Plane
402 km.
from $223.49

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$18.99–$151.89

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$265.81–$1,139.20

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$202.52
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.16–$240.50
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$60.76–$354.42
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$379.73
Plane from Newcastle to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$607.57

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$949.33

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$265.81

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$303.79
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$126.58
Train from Lancaster to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$43.04

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$58.23
Train from Nottingham to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$88.60
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Lancaster to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49
Bus from London Victoria to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$53.16
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$107.59
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$56.96
Train from Lancaster to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$107.59

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$21.52
Train from Carlisle to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$82.28
Train from Stratford International to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$75.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Canterbury is to bus which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Canterbury is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $141.30 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Canterbury via Manchester, Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Canterbury?

The distance between Lancaster and Canterbury is 481 km. The road distance is 493.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $141.30 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Lancaster to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Canterbury bus from?

Lancaster to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Canterbury train from?

Lancaster to Canterbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Canterbury is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $141.30 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Lancaster to Canterbury bus arrive?

Lancaster to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Canterbury train arrive?

Lancaster to Canterbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Canterbury is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Lancaster to Canterbury.

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

Book your Lancaster to Canterbury train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lancaster to Canterbury bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2016+ hotels available in Canterbury. Prices start at $52.61 per night.
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