How to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate

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Compare bus and train for Canterbury to Ramsgate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Ramsgate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 14 miles (24 km)

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$11

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$11

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$7

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55m

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1h 25m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate is a bus with an average price of $11.

This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Ramsgate:

A bus is $0.01 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Ramsgate costing on average $11.

The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Ramsgate including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Canterbury to Ramsgate among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 15m sooner (25m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $11 compared to roughly $7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Canterbury to Ramsgate

How to get from Canterbury to Ramsgate by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX022
    11:55 PM0h50
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    12:45 AMRamsgate, Dumpton Park
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX022
    11:55 PM0h50
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    12:45 AMRamsgate, Dumpton Park
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SoutheasternP85629
    8:35 AM0h22
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    8:57 AMRamsgate station (RAM)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SoutheasternP85637
    9:35 AM0h22
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    9:57 AMRamsgate station (RAM)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85644
    10:35 AM0h22
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    10:57 AMRamsgate station (RAM)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85621
    7:35 AM0h22
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    7:57 AMRamsgate station (RAM)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    9:35 AM0h50
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    10:25 AMRamsgate, Dumpton Park
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    11:55 PM0h55
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    12:50 AMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    5:10 PM0h55
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    6:05 PMRamsgate, Dumpton Park
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate

Travel to Ramsgate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Ramsgate.

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There are 2 options to travel between Canterbury and Ramsgate including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate is a bus with an average price of $11.

This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Ramsgate:

A bus is $0.01 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Ramsgate costing on average $11.

The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 25m.

The distance from Canterbury to Ramsgate is approximately 14 miles (24 km).
The average frequency per day from Canterbury to Ramsgate is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Canterbury and Ramsgate as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Canterbury to Ramsgate:
  • Trains mostly depart from Canterbury West (CBW) and arrive in Ramsgate station (RAM).
  • Buses mostly depart from Canterbury, Bus Station and arrive in Ramsgate, Harbour Parade.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Canterbury to Ramsgate, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Southeastern, Southeastern to go to Ramsgate by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Stagecoach South East to go to Ramsgate by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Canterbury to Ramsgate with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct trains per day with Southeastern, Southeastern.
  • 16 direct buses per day with National Express, Stagecoach South East.
Omio customers who travel from Canterbury to Ramsgate often also extend their vacation to go to London, Stratford, London St Pancras International (STP), Deal, Calais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ramsgate and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ramsgate to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Ramsgate allows enough time to explore its charming harbor, visit local attractions like the Ramsgate Tunnels, enjoy the sandy beaches, and sample the local cuisine.

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