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 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 48 m

Buses per day

5

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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave New Cross for Canterbury every day 5 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 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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
08:051h40
New Cross Gate Station
09:45Canterbury
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
10:051h50
New Cross Gate Station
11:55Canterbury
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:052h00
New Cross Gate Station
14:05Canterbury
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:351h55
New Cross Gate Station
16:30Canterbury
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:152h05
New Cross Gate Station
19:20Canterbury
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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 £24. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £46.

Distance: 81 km

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Coach
Train

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£46

Average Price

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

New Cross to Canterbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for New Cross to Canterbury coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:15 New Cross Gate Station
2h05
19:20 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express19:10 New Cross Gate Station
1h55
21:05 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express21:05 New Cross Gate Station
1h50
22:55 Canterbury0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
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

This is the last bus of the day.

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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 29 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 33m.

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
£24
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
27
Fastest bus
1h 33m
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 £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
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£24
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: New Cross to Canterbury coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Cross 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from New Cross to Canterbury can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for New Cross to Canterbury is £24; 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 New Cross to Canterbury is 1h 33m to travel the 81 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 New Cross to Canterbury leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from New Cross to Canterbury leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 27 direct coaches a day from New Cross to Canterbury with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from New Cross to Canterbury, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between New Cross and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Canterbury from New Cross is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from New Cross to Canterbury is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between New Cross and Canterbury including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from New Cross to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from New Cross to Canterbury 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 New Cross to Canterbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from New Cross to Canterbury:
  • 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 New Cross to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from New Cross to Canterbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from New Cross to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from New Cross to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in New Cross and Canterbury

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

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