New Cross to Canterbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from New Cross to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New Cross to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from New Cross to Canterbury will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave New Cross 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 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.

National Express
22:051h45
New Cross
23:50Canterbury
£101One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for New Cross to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from New Cross 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 81 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

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30m

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Live departures

New Cross to Canterbury bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express08:05 New Cross Gate Station
1h40
09:45 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express10:05 New Cross Gate Station
1h50
11:55 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express12:05 New Cross Gate Station
2h00
14:05 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express14:35 New Cross Gate Station
1h55
16:30 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express17:15 New Cross Gate Station
2h05
19:20 Canterbury0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from New Cross to Canterbury

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Buses from New Cross to Canterbury run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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
81 km
Average bus duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
27
Fastest bus
1h 41m
First bus
04:20
Last bus
23:40
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 New Cross to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between New Cross to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £9. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£9
National Express frequency
27 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.

FAQs: New Cross to Canterbury coach

FAQs: Take the bus from New Cross to Canterbury with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from New Cross to Canterbury.
FAQs
No, the coach from New Cross to Canterbury has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
    No, luggage for the coach from New Cross to Canterbury needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.

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    Important Stations and Airports in New Cross and Canterbury

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    Canterbury
    Canterbury, University Of KentWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
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    address
    Address
    University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom
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    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    University Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
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    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
    • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
    Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
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