How much is the bus ticket from London to Canterbury?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Canterbury start from $13. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Canterbury?

The average bus travel time from London to Canterbury is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the London to Canterbury route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 120 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Canterbury?

The earliest bus departs from London to Canterbury at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Canterbury?

A bus trip from London to Canterbury generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	7:00pm	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	11:50pm	Eltham	1h 13m	1:03am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	5:05pm	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	5:05pm	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	5:05pm	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 25m	11:55am	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	8:15am	Eltham	1h 5m	9:20am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	1:10am	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Eltham	1h 10m	9:35am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	12:50am	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Eltham	1h 10m	9:35am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	12:50am	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Eltham	1h 10m	9:35am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	12:50am	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Eltham	1h 10m	9:35am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Eltham	1h 10m	9:35am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	9:45am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures for London to Canterbury on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	8:15am	Eltham	1h 5m	9:20am	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	9:30am	Canterbury bus station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Canterbury

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

88 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $57	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $112	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $18	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Canterbury?

Stops in London

A
Eltham
204 Eltham Rd, London SE9 5LN, UK
B
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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C
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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D
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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Stops in Canterbury

A
Canterbury
1 High Street, Canterbury, CT1 2JH, United Kingdom
B
Canterbury Bus Station
253 St George's Ln, Canterbury CT1, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,818 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive feedback about the reliable service, highlighting the smooth driving and professionalism of the drivers. The staff is described as helpful and friendly, and the buses are noted for being clean and comfortable. However, some users mentioned a slight delay in boarding procedures, with one trip taking longer than expected.

National Express London Canterbury recent customer reviews

It should have taken 2 hours and 20 minutes ,but it took literally 3 hours with perfect weather

Elena A.

March 21, 2024

I booked for a national express coach and got a very uncomfortable crampet non national express coach, wasn't impressed!!

Paul K.

October 20, 2023

Good reliable service. A bit late starting the boarding procedures compared to other buses departing at the same time.

Amanda T.

August 15, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Canterbury by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Canterbury?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Canterbury start from $13. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Canterbury?
The average bus travel time from London to Canterbury is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Canterbury route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 120 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Canterbury?
The earliest bus departs from London to Canterbury at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Canterbury?
A bus trip from London to Canterbury generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-01

$20

01-02

$20

Today

$23

01-04

$20

01-05

$13

01-06

$13

01-07

$13

01-08

$13

The cheapest trip from London to Canterbury was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Canterbury, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $53 for a bus ticket from London to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-06.