Is Canterbury worth visiting?

Yes, it is one of England's most historic cities.

No, there are no practical flights.

What is the best time to visit?

Spring and Summer are ideal for sightseeing.

Milford Haven

Canterbury

Train Driving

Milford Haven to Canterbury

Updated: 29 May 2026

Traveling from the Pembrokeshire coast to the historic city of Canterbury in Kent is a long-distance journey across the UK. By train, you will travel via Cardiff and London, transferring to St Pancras International for the high-speed service to Canterbury West. By car, the route follows the M4 and M25, then the M20 into Kent. The total distance is approximately 430 km.

Total Distance: Driving distance 430 km, straight-line air distance 360 km.

Fastest Way

Driving, if traffic on the M25 is light.

Cheapest Way

Train, if booked well in advance.

Compare Milford Haven to Canterbury Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	7 hours 30 mins	6 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	95-170 GBP	80-110 GBP (fuel)
Operator	Transport for Wales, GWR, Southeastern	N/A
Route	Milford Haven to Cardiff, London Paddington, transfer to St Pancras, then Canterbury West.	A40, M50, M4, M25, M20.
Tip	The high-speed train from St Pancras to Canterbury is very efficient.	The M20 can be busy near the Channel ports; check traffic reports.

Travel Tips

London Transfer
Allow plenty of time for the transfer between Paddington and St Pancras.
Advance Tickets
Book your high-speed train tickets early to save money.
Driving Breaks
Stop at a service station on the M20 to avoid fatigue.
Traffic Apps
Use apps to monitor M25 congestion.
Luggage
Keep luggage light for the London station transfers.