Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Buses on 18 Sept
13
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 buses from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW), including 13 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Canterbury West (CBW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 13m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:50 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 2h05 | 22:55 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:50 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 2h00 | 0:50 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 7:45 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 1h45 | 9:30 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:50 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 1h55 | 9:45 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 7:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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