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, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£24
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£28
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
5 h 5 m
Buses on 02 Nov
2
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 buses from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW), including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 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.

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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 30 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 3h 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
4h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
30
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
7:00
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
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

Frequently asked questions about your London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW).

Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) leaves at 7:00. 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 30 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.

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, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express6:05 London Stansted Airport
4h30
10:35 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).
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  • 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).

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 £23. 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 National Express Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
£23
National Express frequency
30 a day
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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Stansted Airport and Canterbury West (CBW)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury West (CBW) for coach company National Express.
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.
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 {providersWithBike}.
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.

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
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.
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