- Must visit
The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to London will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 38 buses that leave Canterbury for London every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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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NX022Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 87 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. 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 · NX444 · NX032 | 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h55 | 10:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX032 | 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h55 | 10:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX444 | 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:55 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX444 | 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:55 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 | 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX032 | 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX030 | 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h20 | 10:50 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX032 | 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX022 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX032 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 13:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX032 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 13:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX035 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX401 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX035 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX444 | 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 | 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX032 | 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h55 | 14:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX035 | 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 14:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX032 | 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h55 | 14:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX032 · NX035 | 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 14:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 | 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 · NX025 · NX409 | 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX401 · NX030 | 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX025 · NX030 | 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX401 · NX409 | 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 | 12:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 · NX025 · NX444 | 12:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h40 | 18:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX030 · NX444 | 12:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h40 | 18:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 | 14:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 · NX032 · NX032 | 14:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h45 | 20:00 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 | 16:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 18:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX022 · NX401 · NX032 | 16:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h15 | 21:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 · NX410 · NX032 | 16:15 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h15 | 21:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 | 17:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX032 | 17:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h10 | 23:00 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX035 | 17:50 Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h10 | 23:00 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX022 | 19:55 Canterbury, Bus Station | 1h55 | 21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Canterbury to London run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Charing Cross, London
There are frequent direct buses from Canterbury to London running daily, operated by National Express. The earliest service leaves before 6:00 a.m., with the day's last bus departing after 8:00 p.m. There is around one bus an hour, but this varies at different times of day. The journey typically takes between 1 hour and 40 minutes to 2 hours and 35 minutes.
Buses from Canterbury to London depart from Canterbury Bus Station, which is centrally located in St George's Lane. It's possible to travel to the bus station on Stagecoach buses, which serve the city and towns and villages from the surrounding area of East Kent. St George's Lane is a few minutes walk from Canterbury East rail station. Canterbury West station is slightly further away but still within walking distance. There are also taxi services available.
As one of the world's leading cities, London offers a huge range of sights and activities for visitors to discover. The West End is internationally famous for its range of shows, including many top musicals. Top shopping areas include Oxford Street, Regent Street and Covent Garden. Bus passengers travelling from Canterbury will arrive at London Victoria coach station in Buckingham Palace Road. London Victoria is the biggest coach station in the capital, served by buses to locations all over the city and further afield. It is also next to London Victoria rail station, which is a transport hub for both overground and underground trains. Buses in London run round the clock, while taxis are also available through the night.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Canterbury to London buses use the Canterbury, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Canterbury, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries within a short walk.
Wi-Fi is available at Canterbury, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM located outside the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury, Bus Station.
Available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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