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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Canterbury bus station | Victoria Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | University of Kent, Keynes College | Eltham | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Victoria Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Victoria Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Victoria Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Canterbury to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Canterbury and London?
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
Stops in London
- A
Eltham
204 Eltham Rd, London SE9 5LN, UK - B26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- C164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- D43 Lewisham High St, London SE13, UK
- E263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
- FThe Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Users have expressed positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting that drivers are friendly and professional. The journey is described as relaxed and offers good value for money. However, there was a mention of non-exchangeable tickets being inconvenient and some difficulty in locating bus stops in Canterbury due to inadequate signage.
National Express Canterbury London recent customer reviews
Coach tracker says it’s delayed by hour for a good 30 minutes I check again 15 minutes before it’s originally scheduled and it’s suddenly on time
Anthony Y.
The driver was AMAZING, really helpful and nice : he brightened my day ! The non-exchangeable tickets are a bummer tho
Lena W.
First time going to London by bus. Not a great traveller buses. Pleasantly surprised.
Anne H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Canterbury to London by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Canterbury to London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Canterbury to London start at R 128. The average price for this route is around R 221. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Canterbury to London?
The average bus journey time from Canterbury to London is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 80 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 7m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Canterbury to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 120 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Canterbury to London?
The earliest bus departs from Canterbury to London at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:03.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Canterbury to London?
A bus trip from Canterbury to London produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Canterbury to London was searched and found on 08 Feb 2026 with a price of R 132To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Canterbury to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 132 to R 561 for a bus ticket from Canterbury to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 132, which is on 2026-02-08.
