The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Canterbury will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Coventry for Canterbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Coventry to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Canterbury coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:05 Coventry | 7h20 | 21:25 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Coventry | 6h35 | 22:50 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
![]() | 08:00 Coventry | 7h30 | 15:30 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Canterbury
Buses from Coventry to Canterbury run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 03:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Coventry to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Coventry to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Canterbury
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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