How long does it take to travel from London to Canterbury?

It takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes.

Distance from London to Canterbury

Q: What is the distance from London to Canterbury?

The distance from London to Canterbury is 61 miles.

The distance from London to Canterbury is 61 miles (98.2 kilometers).

The travel time is approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.

For the journey from London to Canterbury, approximately 6.1 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.

Route from London to Canterbury

The route via Gillingham (Medway).

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London

Origin

London → Gillingham (Medway)

37.4 mi · 1 h, 5 m

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Gillingham (Medway)

From origin:37.4 mi · 1 h, 5 m

To the destination:27.1 mi · 35 m

Gillingham (Medway) → Canterbury

27.1 mi · 35 m

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Canterbury

In total:61 mi · 1 h, 30 m

Airports near London and Canterbury

Several airports are located near London and Canterbury. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.

Airports near London

London City Airport 8.9 mi 33 m
London Heathrow Airport 17.2 mi 38 m
London Gatwick Airport 30.1 mi 1 h, 9 m

Airports near Canterbury

London City Airport 59 mi 1 h, 17 m
London Gatwick Airport 67.4 mi 1 h, 20 m
London Southend Airport 70.4 mi 1 h, 28 m

Important information about the travel route

Canterbury is a historic cathedral city in Kent, famous for its medieval heritage and its role as the centre of the Church of England. Canterbury Cathedral, together with the city's ancient streets and walls, makes it one of southern England's most important cultural destinations. The city is also well placed for exploring the Kent countryside and nearby Channel coast.

Popular routes from London

Frequently searched connections from London to other cities.

Popular connections of London
Destination	Distance (miles)	Travel Time (hours, minutes)
Willesden	6.5 mi	26 m
Teddington	12.6 mi	39 m
Wallington	11.9 mi	41 m
Bristol	118.5 mi	2 h, 29 m
Birmingham	118.6 mi	2 h, 29 m
Chiswick	7.3 mi	24 m
Barnes	7.1 mi	29 m
Lewisham	7.5 mi	26 m
Stratford	6.5 mi	28 m
Tottenham	7.4 mi	31 m

Popular routes to Canterbury

Frequently searched routes to Canterbury from other cities.

Popular routes to Canterbury
Destination	Distance (miles)	Travel Time (hours, minutes)
Dartford	44.5 mi	52 m
Betteshanger	14.1 mi	22 m
Sandwich	12.8 mi	25 m
Whitstable	7.3 mi	17 m
Ashford (Kent)	15.4 mi	29 m
Faversham	10.2 mi	18 m
Sittingbourne	16.5 mi	29 m
Folkestone LeShuttle Terminal	17.2 mi	26 m
Hythe	17.1 mi	29 m

Frequently Asked Questions about the route London – Canterbury

How far is London from Canterbury?

The distance from London to Canterbury is approximately 61 miles.

How long does the trip from London to Canterbury take?

The travel time is approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.

How much fuel is needed for the trip from London to Canterbury?

With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 6.1 liters are needed for the distance London to Canterbury.