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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to London
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
16
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 £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 16 buses that leave Canterbury for London every day 16 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 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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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Compare train and coach for Canterbury to London
Omio 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 18m. 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 £10.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 | Delayed 16:35 04:20Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h00 | 14:00 14:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 04:28 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h52 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | Delayed 16:35 05:30Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h50 | 14:00 14:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 05:38 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h42 | 08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 07:30 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h50 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 07:40 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h40 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | Delayed 16:35 10:20Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h30 | 14:00 14:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 10:30 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 12:50 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail 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 | |
| NX007 | Delayed 16:35 14:45Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail 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 | |
| NX022 | 16:45 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail 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 | |
| NX007 | On time 18:50 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to London
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Buses from Canterbury to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 47m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Canterbury to LondonYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Canterbury to London: Journey Details
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.
Taking the Bus from Canterbury
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.
Getting into London by Bus
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.
FAQs: Canterbury to London coach
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.
When departing from Canterbury, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Canterbury, St. Georges Lane and Canterbury, University Of Kent. When arriving in London, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, which is located around 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and London
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
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