How much is the bus ticket from London to Canterbury?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Canterbury start at R 151. The average price for this route is around R 203. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from London to Canterbury?

The average bus journey time from London to Canterbury is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 74 km. The fastest bus gets 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 117 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Canterbury?

The earliest bus departs from London to Canterbury at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from London to Canterbury produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	00:50	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	23:25	Eltham	1h 15m	00:40	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	16:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	14:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	16:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	14:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	16:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	23:50	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Eltham	1h 10m	09:35	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	01:10	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Eltham	1h 5m	09:20	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 8 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	15:00	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Eltham	1h 5m	09:20	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h	09:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 9 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	01:10	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Eltham	1h 10m	09:35	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 10 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	00:50	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Eltham	1h 10m	09:35	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 11 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	00:50	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Eltham	1h 10m	09:35	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from London to Canterbury on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 20m	00:50	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Eltham	1h 10m	09:35	University of Kent, Keynes College	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	09:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 103, 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 priceR 151 - R 585	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 147 - R 1 332	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 103 - R 283	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Canterbury?

Stops in London

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

4/529 871 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.

21 March 2024

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

Paul K.

20 October 2023

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

Amanda T.

15 August 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Canterbury 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 London to Canterbury?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Canterbury start at R 151. The average price for this route is around R 203. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Canterbury?
The average bus journey time from London to Canterbury is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 74 km. The fastest bus gets 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 117 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Canterbury?
The earliest bus departs from London to Canterbury at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Canterbury?
A bus trip from London to Canterbury 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.

Best price found

03/02

R 184

04/02

R 184

Today

R 160

06/02

R 167

07/02

R 161

08/02

R 202

09/02

R 160

10/02

R 160

The cheapest trip from London to Canterbury was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 160

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 R 160 to R 563 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 R 160, which is on 2026-02-09.