How much is the bus ticket from Canterbury to London?

The cheapest bus tickets from Canterbury to London start from $8. The average price for this route is around $14. 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 Canterbury to London?

The average bus trip duration from Canterbury to London is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 51 miles (81 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Canterbury to London route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 122 trains 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 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:03pm.

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

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

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Canterbury to London on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:50pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	8:20pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:03pm	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 7m	9:10pm	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	6:50pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	6:50pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	6:50pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35am	Canterbury bus station	2h 15m	9:50am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:03pm	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 7m	9:10pm	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Canterbury bus station	2h 50m	9:50am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:03pm	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 7m	9:10pm	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Canterbury bus station	2h 50m	10:20am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:28am	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 12m	5:40am	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Canterbury bus station	2h 50m	10:20am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:28am	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 12m	5:40am	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	3:20pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:28am	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 12m	5:40am	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Canterbury bus station	2h 50m	9:50am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:03pm	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 7m	9:10pm	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to London on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Canterbury bus station	2h 30m	3:20pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:03pm	University of Kent, Keynes College	1h 7m	9:10pm	Eltham	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Canterbury bus station	2h	6:20am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Canterbury to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

55 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $67	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $132	Average Duration1h 41m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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
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Stops in London

A
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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B
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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C
Lewisham
43 Lewisham High St, London SE13, UK
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D
Eltham
204 Eltham Rd, London SE9 5LN, UK
E
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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F
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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.

March 1, 2024

The driver was AMAZING, really helpful and nice : he brightened my day ! The non-exchangeable tickets are a bummer tho

Lena W.

August 19, 2023

First time going to London by bus. Not a great traveller buses. Pleasantly surprised.

Anne H.

July 5, 2022

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Canterbury to London 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 Canterbury to London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Canterbury to London start from $8. The average price for this route is around $14. 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 Canterbury to London?
The average bus trip duration from Canterbury to London is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 51 miles (81 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Canterbury to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 122 trains 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 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:03pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Canterbury to London?
A bus trip from Canterbury to London generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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

11/27

$14

11/28

$23

Today

$16

11/30

$13

12/01

$12

12/02

$12

12/03

$12

12/04

$12

The cheapest trip from Canterbury to London was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $12

To 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 $12 to $37 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-01.