Canterbury And Leeds Castle By Public Transport
Logistics of independently visiting From London
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Canterbury By Rail
South Eastern Trains run regular train services from London Victoria and London Charing Cross to both Canterbury East station and Canterbury West station.
There are several trains an hour with the journey typically taking around 90 minutes to complete. Normally about two trains an hour run onto Dover from Canterbury East station, a journey of about 25 minutes.
Upon arrival at either Canterbury station the cathedral and all the sights are a short walk into the city.
A big bonus for going by rail is the availability of 2 for 1 admission promotions. Normally these do not cover Canterbury Cathedral but often do the Roman Museum, Canterbury Tales and St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury.
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Canterbury By National Express Bus
National Express run a service between Canterbury and London Victoria at broadly hourly frequencies. Journey time is typically around two hours. Fares can be very cheap if you get a promotional funfare deal from the National Express web site.
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Frequencies are broadly hourly with most of the buses going onto Dover
The London terminus is Victoria Coach Station about 5 minutes walk from the rail and Underground stations at Victoria, a major public transport hub.
National Express Coaches are comfortable long distance coaches with onboard washroom and toilets.
For up to date timetables and tickets, including etickets direct to your inbox, follow the link below to the National Express Web Site.
Luggage allowance is two suitcases, neither of which should weigh more than 20kg. It is up to the discretion of the driver if more luggage is carried. There is a left luggage facility at London Victoria Coach Station
National Express London - Canterbury Ticketing & Timetables
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Leeds Castle By National Express Bus With 2 For 1 Admission
National Express, the UK's leading national scheduled coach operator runs a daily bus to and from Leeds Castle from Victoria Coach Station in Central London.
The coach takes around 90 minutes each way and you get four hours at Leeds Castle itself
What is more, you can now enjoy all the castle has to offer and make great savings with a 2 for 1 deal when you travel to Leeds Castle with National Express
A voucher can be printed from the National Express web site when you order the tickets.
National Express Leeds Castle Excursion From London With 2 for 1 Admission Offer
London to Leeds Castle via Bearsted by Train
Trains run from both London's Victoria and Cannon Street stations taking approximately an hour to do the journey to Bearsted, the nearest train station to Leeds Castle
At Bearsted a shuttle bus runs broadly hourly to Leeds Castle with a restricted service in winter months.
Traveling Between Leeds Castle ( Bearsted) And Canterbury by Train
It is possible to travel between Bearsted and Canterbury by train in under an hour changing at Ashford.
Leeds Castle, Greenwich and Canterbury Tour
- Private viewing of Leeds castle - The loveliest castle in the world.
- Free time to enjoy the rest of the Castle including the Henry II tower
- Entrance to Canterbury Cathedral
- Walking tour of historic Greenwich
- Tea/sparkling wine and scones served on River Thames cruise
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| Canterbury Cathedral |
After being picked up directly from or close to your hotel, we drive straight to Leeds Castle. for a unique private viewing before the castle opens to the public.
From here we travel to the coast to have lunch in a charming inn overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover and with breathtaking views of the English Channel.
Our afternoon is spent enjoying the delights of Canterbury with its magnificent Cathedral, before heading to Greenwich where we hear fascinating maritime tales about this historic town.
As the sun begins to set we board our luxury boat for a Champagne cruise along the river Thames taking us all the way back to London.
What a day!
Leeds Castle and Canterbury - Full Tour Details
Dover Castle, Canterbury, Greenwich and Thames River Cruise Tour
- Unique opportunity to walk through the wartime tunnels at Dover Castle
- Free time to enjoy the rest of the Castle including the Henry II tower
- Lunch in ancient Canterbury - food and drinks included
- Walking tour of historic Greenwich
- Cruise on the Thames from Greenwich back to London
You've heard of the famous white cliffs of Dover?
This is your chance to see them. Following our scenic drive along the old coastal road with a chance to see the historic white cliffs. On a clear day you can even see France. Dover itself is an historic port with a magnificent 12th century castle.
Dover Castle is the oldest fort in England and has been strategic in the country's defence even up to and including WW1 and WW2. Originally strengthened from an Anglo-Saxon fort in 1066 by William the Conqueror with further additions made by Henry II and Henry VIII.
Dover Castle, Canterbury, Greenwich and Thames River Cruise - Full Tour Details
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