Canterbury to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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  • National ExpressNX007 · NX426 · NX183
    5:3015h10
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    20:40Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £511One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX426 · NX183
    5:3815h02
    Canterbury, University Of Kent
    20:40Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £511One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX591
    4:2014h30
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    18:50Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £551One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX591
    4:2814h22
    Canterbury, University Of Kent
    18:50Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £551One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX594
    18:0013h20
    Canterbury, University Of Kent
    7:20Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £651One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Canterbury to Edinburgh

The cheapest option from Canterbury to Edinburgh is flight, with an average price of £48. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

Distance: 591 km

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Flight

£54

Average Price

£101

Average Price

£48

Average Price

Cheapest option

12h 45m

Average total duration

12h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 20m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.8 - 3.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Canterbury to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX007 · NX5914:20 Canterbury, Bus Station
14h30
18:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX007 · NX5914:28 Canterbury, University Of Kent
14h22
18:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX007 · NX426 · NX1835:30 Canterbury, Bus Station
15h10
20:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station2 changes
National ExpressNX007 · NX426 · NX1835:38 Canterbury, University Of Kent
15h02
20:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station2 changes
National ExpressNX007 · NX59417:50 Canterbury, Bus Station
13h30
7:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX007 · NX59418:00 Canterbury, University Of Kent
13h20
7:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Edinburgh

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Typically, there are 6 buses per day from Canterbury to Edinburgh, including direct buses, taking around 12h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 591 km distance in 12h 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18
Distance
591 km
Average bus duration
12h 15m
Lowest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
12h 50m
First bus
4:20
Last bus
22:05
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18

Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £18. 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
12h 50m
Cheapest Price
£35
National Express frequency
6 a day
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.

FAQs: Canterbury to Edinburgh coach

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

FAQs
The earliest coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh leaves at 22:05.
There are 6 coaches a day from Canterbury to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Canterbury , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Canterbury, University Of Kent, Canterbury, Bus Station, Whitstable, Clapham Hill . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, University Of Kent, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Canterbury and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Edinburgh:
  • 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 Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Edinburgh

Most Canterbury to Edinburgh buses use the Canterbury, University Of Kent to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh

Which Canterbury station do buses to Edinburgh leave from?

Buses from Canterbury to Edinburgh leave from Canterbury, University Of Kent. The station is 2 km from Canterbury city centre at University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom.
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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.

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
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