Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Buses on 18 Sept
10
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 buses from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH), including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH):
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Elephant & Castle (EPH) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 57m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.97. The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:50 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h05 | 20:55 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 4:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h45 | 6:05 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:30 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h35 | 8:05 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h25 | 9:25 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:50 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h05 | 10:55 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 19:55. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 4:20 |
Last bus 19:55 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elephant & Castle (EPH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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