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Compare bus and train for Salisbury to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $68, while a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$68 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Salisbury to Canterbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $68 (€57) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$15 (-€13). The journey takes 3h 29m versus 2h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Salisbury to Canterbury by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Salisbury to Canterbury is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
11:33 AM5h52Salisbury5:25 PMCanterbury$351One-way0 transfers
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- 11:33 AM5h52Salisbury5:25 PMCanterbury$351One-way0 transfers
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- 11:33 AM5h52Salisbury5:25 PMCanterbury$351One-way0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salisbury and Canterbury as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Salisbury station (SAL) and arrive in Canterbury West (CBW).
- Travel with Southeastern, South Western Railway, Southern to go to Canterbury by train.
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