The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rainham to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rainham to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rainham to Canterbury will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rainham 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 34 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rainham to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainham to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rainham to Canterbury
Buses from Rainham to Canterbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:19. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 50m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:19 |
Bus providers: National Express from Rainham to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Rainham to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rainham to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rainham 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rainham and Canterbury
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
Most popular bus connections from Rainham
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