The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Canterbury will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 buses that leave Exeter for Canterbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 coach and train for Exeter to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 328 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Canterbury coaches for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:55 Exeter | 7h55 | 23:50 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Canterbury
Buses from Exeter to Canterbury run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:44, the last at 21:32. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 328 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:44 |
Last bus 21:32 |
Bus providers: National Express from Exeter to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter and Canterbury
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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