London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW)

Showing times and prices for 25 Apr

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h 16 m

Buses per day

33

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX022
    23:509h30
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    9:20Canterbury, University Of Kent
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX022
    23:509h40
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    9:30Canterbury, Bus Station
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX007
    7:054h30
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    11:35Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX007
    17:104h55
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    22:05Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX007
    13:405h00
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    18:40Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    £281One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 88 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) coaches for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express6:20 London Stansted Airport
5h15
11:35 Canterbury West (CBW)0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 4h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
88 km
Average bus duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
28
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
6:20
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£24
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) is 4h 20m to travel the 88 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 6:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 23:50.
There are 28 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Canterbury West (CBW). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Canterbury West (CBW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Canterbury West (CBW) from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Canterbury West (CBW) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) with the following coach company: National Express.

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