4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Canterbury will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 20 buses that leave London for Canterbury every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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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Compare train and coach for London to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Canterbury coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX022 | 07:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 09:35 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | Delayed 10:20 07:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 09:45 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 11:55 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 11:45 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 13:55 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | On time 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 14:05 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 16:20 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 16:30 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | On time 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 19:20 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 19:10 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 20:55 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 21:05 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | On time 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 22:55 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 22:45 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 00:40 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 00:50 Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Canterbury
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Buses from London to Canterbury run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 34m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between London to Canterbury with National Express, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Canterbury
Whether you are heading to visit friends at the university or taking a trip to the cathedral, there are plenty of direct daily buses from London to Canterbury. All buses are operated by National Express and take around 1 hour and 45 minutes. The first service departs from London Victoria at 7:00 a.m. and the final direct bus of the day leaves at 11:30 p.m. In between, there is approximately one bus per hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Canterbury?
Departure Station: Buses from London to Canterbury leave from London Victoria Coach Station, which is around 200 metres south-west of Victoria Station. To get there, you can take buses like the 44 (which runs from Westminster) or take the Victoria, District or Circle lines to Victoria Station.
Arrival Station: Buses from London to Canterbury arrive at the National Express bus stop on St George's Lane. You'll alight just at the southern end of the city centre. The cathedral is about 400 metres to the north, and you can catch the 11 bus to Canterbury Christ Church University.
FAQs: London to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station. When arriving in Canterbury, you can end your route in coach stations like Canterbury, St. Georges Lane and Canterbury, University Of Kent.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, located 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Canterbury
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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