The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to York
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to York will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 5 buses that leave Canterbury for York 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 332 km distance in an average of 9 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 34 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.
14:159h40Canterbury23:55York£311One-way0 changes
13:159h40Canterbury22:55York£311One-way0 changes
4:3010h34Canterbury15:04York£311One-way0 changes
18:558h00Canterbury2:55York£361One-way0 changes
10:509h52Canterbury20:42York£381One-way0 changes
18:558h00Canterbury2:55York£361One-way0 changes
14:159h40Canterbury23:55York£311One-way0 changes
13:159h40Canterbury22:55York£311One-way0 changes
10:509h52Canterbury20:42York£381One-way0 changes
4:3010h34Canterbury15:04York£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 332 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to York coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 Canterbury | 10h34 | 15:04 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 Canterbury | 9h52 | 20:42 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:15 Canterbury | 9h40 | 22:55 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Canterbury | 9h40 | 23:55 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 Canterbury | 8h00 | 2:55 York | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Canterbury to York by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to York
Buses from Canterbury to York run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest coach covers the 332 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 332 km |
Average bus duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to YorkYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to York with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Canterbury to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and York
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
Most popular bus connections from Canterbury
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