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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 6 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Canterbury every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
17:254h30London Heathrow Airport21:55Canterbury£221One-way0 changes- 18:254h30London Heathrow Airport22:55Canterbury£231One-way0 changes
- 22:4510h00London Heathrow Airport8:45Canterbury£251One-way0 changes
- 20:254h25London Heathrow Airport0:50Canterbury£251One-way0 changes
- 19:254h25London Heathrow Airport23:50Canterbury£261One-way0 changes
- 20:254h25London Heathrow Airport0:50Canterbury£251One-way0 changes
- 19:254h25London Heathrow Airport23:50Canterbury£261One-way0 changes
- 18:254h30London Heathrow Airport22:55Canterbury£231One-way0 changes
- 17:254h30London Heathrow Airport21:55Canterbury£221One-way0 changes
- 13:304h50London Heathrow Airport18:20Canterbury£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 108 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury coaches for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 21:55 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 22:55 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 23:50 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 0:50 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:45 London Heathrow Airport | 10h00 | 8:45 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury by coach or train
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 108 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 108 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 35 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 6:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London Heathrow Airport to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury with National Express, Megabus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Canterbury
Most London Heathrow Airport to Canterbury buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury, University Of Kent. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Canterbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre
Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
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