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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Dover
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Dover will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 8 buses that leave Canterbury for Dover every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 2 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Dover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 22 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Canterbury to Dover bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Dover coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 | 11:45 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h15 | 13:00 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 12:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 1h00 | 13:00 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 14:50 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h15 | 16:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 15:05 Canterbury, Bus Station | 1h00 | 16:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 19:10 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h20 | 20:30 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 19:25 Canterbury, Bus Station | 1h05 | 20:30 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 22:15 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h10 | 23:25 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 22:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0h55 | 23:25 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| NX007 | 01:03 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h02 | 02:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 01:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0h50 | 02:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Dover
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Buses from Canterbury to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 50m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to DoverYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Dover with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Dover coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Dover
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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