Canterbury to Longford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Longford

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 37 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

109 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Canterbury to Longford will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Canterbury for Longford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 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.

National Express
04:304h20
Canterbury
08:50Longford
£231One-way
0 changes
National Express
03:203h20
Canterbury
06:40Longford
£261One-way
0 changes
National Express
03:283h12
Canterbury
06:40Longford
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Longford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £77.

Distance: 109 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£79

Average Price

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

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30m

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Live departures

Canterbury to Longford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Longford coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:50 Canterbury
4h00
13:50 Longford0 changesdirect
national_express15:15 Canterbury
4h05
19:20 Longford0 changesdirect
Tuesday 2 December
national_express03:20 Canterbury
3h20
06:40 Longford0 changesdirect
national_express03:28 Canterbury
3h12
06:40 Longford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Longford

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Buses from Canterbury to Longford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 3h 12m.

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
109 km
Average bus duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
3h 12m
First bus
03:00
Last bus
23:45
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 LongfordYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Longford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £20. 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
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
12 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.

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 Longford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Canterbury to Longford can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Longford 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 Longford is 3 h 20 min   to travel the 67 mile long route, with around there are 28 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Canterbury to Longford leaves at 00: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Canterbury to Longford leaves at 23: 50.
There are 28 coaches a day from Canterbury to Longford which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Canterbury to Longford coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Canterbury and Longford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 Longford, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.

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, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Longford from Canterbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Longford is September.
You have options as you can travel from Canterbury to Longford 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Canterbury to Longford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Longford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Canterbury to Longford.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Canterbury to Longford, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to Longford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Canterbury to Longford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Canterbury to Longford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Longford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Longford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Canterbury to Longford.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Longford

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    Longford
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    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    University Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
    • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
    Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
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