Canterbury to Cardiff bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

6 h

Average duration

6 h 43 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

296 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

To travel from Canterbury to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX007 · NX509
    17:507h10
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    1:00Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX509
    19:556h00
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    1:55Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX509
    6:107h00
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    13:10Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX507
    4:207h30
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    11:50Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX509
    10:506h50
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    17:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 296 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

6h 20m

Average total duration

5h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

Canterbury to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Cardiff coaches for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express18:55 Canterbury
6h00
0:55 Cardiff0 changesdirect
Sunday 19 July
National ExpressNX007 · NX5074:20 Canterbury, Bus Station
7h30
11:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
National ExpressNX007 · NX5096:10 Canterbury, Bus Station
7h00
13:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
National ExpressNX022 · NX5077:35 Canterbury, Bus Station
6h35
14:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
National ExpressNX007 · NX5099:00 Canterbury, Bus Station
7h20
16:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
National ExpressNX022 · NX50910:50 Canterbury, Bus Station
6h50
17:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
National ExpressNX022 · NX50712:50 Canterbury, Bus Station
7h15
20:05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Canterbury to Cardiff coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Canterbury to Cardiff.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Canterbury to Cardiff.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury to Cardiff.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury to Cardiff.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Canterbury to Cardiff.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Cardiff

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Buses from Canterbury to Cardiff run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 20:18. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 6h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
296 km
Average bus duration
5h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
6h 0m
First bus
3:15
Last bus
20:18
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Canterbury to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Cardiff with National Express, Megabus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Canterbury to Cardiff coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Canterbury to Cardiff can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Cardiff is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Canterbury to Cardiff is 6h 0m to travel the 296 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Canterbury to Cardiff leaves at 3:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Cardiff leaves at 20:18.
There are 17 coaches a day from Canterbury to Cardiff which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to Cardiff, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Cardiff from Canterbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Cardiff is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Cardiff including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Cardiff

Most Canterbury to Cardiff buses use the Canterbury, St. Georges Lane to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB). Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Cardiff bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Canterbury
Arrival bus stations in Cardiff
Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · £3 · every ~22 min
Canterbury, University Of KentUniversity of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United KingdomWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre

Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services

Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.

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