York to Canterbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

11 h 4 m

Average duration

11 h 4 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

332 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from York to Canterbury will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave York 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 332 km distance in an average of 11 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 4 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 4 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
10:5111h04
York
21:55Canterbury
£391One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for York to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 332 km

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Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£101

Average Price

8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

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LNER

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Live departures

York to Canterbury bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express10:25 York
9h40
20:05 Canterbury0 changesdirect
national_express10:51 York
11h04
21:55 Canterbury0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from York to Canterbury

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Buses from York to Canterbury run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 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
332 km
Average bus duration
8h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
7h 35m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
22:12
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 York to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between York to Canterbury with National Express for as low as £27. 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
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£27
National Express frequency
15 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: York to Canterbury coach

FAQs: Take the bus from York 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 York to Canterbury.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from York to Canterbury can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for York to Canterbury is £37; 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 York to Canterbury is 7 h 45 min   to travel the 205 mile long journey, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from York to Canterbury leaves at 01: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from York to Canterbury leaves at 22: 12.
There are 16 coaches a day from York 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 York 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 to Canterbury from York and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from York to Canterbury by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel between York and Canterbury 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from York to Canterbury has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from York to Canterbury.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from York to Canterbury.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in York and Canterbury

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