Swansea to Canterbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for 25 Jun

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

7 h 55 m

Average duration

8 h 11 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

350 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Canterbury will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

To travel from Swansea to Canterbury you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX507 · NX007
    16:358h15
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    0:50Canterbury, Bus Station
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX507 · NX007
    16:408h10
    Swansea, University Bay Campus
    0:50Canterbury, Bus Station
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX507 · NX022
    4:0510h00
    Swansea, University Bay Campus
    14:05Canterbury, Bus Station
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX202 · NX509 · NX022
    1:108h35
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    9:45Canterbury, Bus Station
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressNX202 · NX509 · NX022
    5:059h00
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    14:05Canterbury, Bus Station
    £331One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swansea to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £70.

Distance: 350 km

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Most popular
Train

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£71

Average Price

7h 55m

Average total duration

7h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Swansea to Canterbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Canterbury coaches for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express8:30 Swansea
8h00
16:30 Canterbury3 changes
National Express8:30 Swansea
8h00
16:30 Canterbury1 change
National Express10:20 Swansea
9h00
19:20 Canterbury3 changes
National Express10:20 Swansea
9h00
19:20 Canterbury1 change
National Express12:05 Swansea
9h00
21:05 Canterbury3 changes
National Express12:05 Swansea
9h00
21:05 Canterbury1 change
National Express14:30 Swansea
8h25
22:55 Canterbury3 changes
National Express14:30 Swansea
8h25
22:55 Canterbury1 change
National Express16:35 Swansea
8h15
0:50 Canterbury3 changes
National Express16:35 Swansea
8h15
0:50 Canterbury1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX509 · NX0221:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
8h35
9:45 Canterbury, Bus Station2 changes
National ExpressNX507 · NX0224:05 Swansea, University Bay Campus
10h00
14:05 Canterbury, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX509 · NX0225:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
9h00
14:05 Canterbury, Bus Station2 changes

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National Express operates all coaches services from Swansea to Canterbury.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Canterbury

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Buses from Swansea to Canterbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 350 km distance in 8h 25m.

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
350 km
Average bus duration
7h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
8h 25m
First bus
1:10
Last bus
17:30
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
3 days
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 Swansea to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £33. 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
8h 25m
Cheapest Price
£33
National Express frequency
9 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: Swansea to Canterbury coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Canterbury can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Canterbury is £34; 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 Swansea to Canterbury is 8h 25m to travel the 350 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 Swansea to Canterbury leaves at 1:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Canterbury leaves at 17:30.
There are 9 coaches a day from Swansea to Canterbury which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Swansea 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 Swansea and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Canterbury from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to Canterbury is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Canterbury including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Canterbury for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea 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 Swansea to Canterbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea 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 Swansea to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Canterbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Canterbury

Swansea
Canterbury
The major coach station for departures in Swansea is Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station for your trip from Swansea to Canterbury.
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station

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