Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 54 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC), including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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 train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 88 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m 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 London Victoria (VIC):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average £43.
Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 19m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £41. The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 46m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
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 London Victoria (VIC) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX007 | 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h00 | 6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 4:28 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h52 | 6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 4:38 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 1h42 | 6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 5:38 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h42 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 5:48 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h32 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 7:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 7:40 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h40 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 7:50 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h30 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 10:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 10:30 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 10:40 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h10 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 12:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 13:00 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 13:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h10 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 14:45 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 14:55 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h25 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 15:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h15 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 16:45 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 16:55 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h25 | 19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 | 17:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h15 | 19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 18:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 19:00 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 | 19:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill | 2h10 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:38, the last at 17:10. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 42m |
First bus 3:38 |
Last bus 17:10 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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