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3 h 7 min
282 km.
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Swanage, Great Britain → Canterbury, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Swanage to Canterbury

Cheapest
3 h 7 min
Car
282 km.
from $15
Other
5 h 27 min
224 km.
from $247.28
8 h 23 min
224 km.
from $91.85
5 h 35 min
Bus, Train
224 km.
from $179.27
7 h 45 min
224 km.
from $164.48

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Farringdon to Rainham
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$54.43

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bournemouth to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77
Bus from London Victoria to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bournemouth to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Wareham to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$189.87
Train from Bournemouth to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

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:
$55.69–$82.28
Train from London Bridge to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$82.28

Bus operators

More Bus

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Email:
Website:
morebus.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Canterbury is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Canterbury is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Canterbury via Bournemouth and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Swanage to Canterbury?

The distance between Swanage and Canterbury is 329 km. The road distance is 296.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Swanage to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Canterbury bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Swanage to Canterbury is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $92.39 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Swanage to Canterbury bus arrive?

Swanage to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Canterbury is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Swanage to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 1981+ hotels available in Canterbury. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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