Canterbury to Whitstable bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Whitstable

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

24 m

Average duration

27 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Canterbury for Whitstable every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 10 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 24 m .

The slowest buses will take 29 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.

Stagecoach South East
05:280h24
Canterbury
05:52St Alphege Church
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Stagecoach South East
06:270h24
Canterbury
06:51St Alphege Church
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Stagecoach South East
06:480h29
Canterbury
07:17St Alphege Church
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Stagecoach South East
07:020h29
Canterbury
07:31St Alphege Church
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Stagecoach South East
07:340h32
Canterbury
08:06St Alphege Church
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Live departures

Canterbury to Whitstable bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Whitstable coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Stagecoach South East05:28 Canterbury
0h24
05:52 St Alphege Church0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East06:27 Canterbury
0h24
06:51 St Alphege Church0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East06:48 Canterbury
0h29
07:17 St Alphege Church0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East07:02 Canterbury
0h29
07:31 St Alphege Church0 changesdirect
Stagecoach South East07:34 Canterbury
0h32
08:06 St Alphege Church0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Whitstable

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Take a bus from Canterbury to Whitstable and enjoy the approximately 10 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 10 km distance in 24m.

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
Train from £11
Distance
10 km
Average bus duration
29m
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
24m
First bus
04:20
Last bus
23:30
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
Train from £11

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Canterbury to WhitstableYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Whitstable with National Express, Stagecoach South East for as low as £11. 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
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.

Stagecoach South East

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Stagecoach South East frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Canterbury to Whitstable coach

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

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Canterbury to Whitstable is 24m to travel the 10 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Canterbury to Whitstable leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Whitstable leaves at 23:30.
There are 4 coaches a day from Canterbury to Whitstable which require at least one change with National Express, Stagecoach South East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to Whitstable, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach South East for the best way to get you to Whitstable. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Whitstable and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Whitstable from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Whitstable is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Whitstable including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Whitstable 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 Whitstable.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Whitstable:
  • 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 Whitstable:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Whitstable with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Whitstable

Canterbury
Whitstable
The major coach station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury, St. Georges Lane. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane for your trip from Canterbury to Whitstable.
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