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The cheapest and fastest buses from Canterbury to London
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Canterbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to London will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Fast buses
Of the 16 buses that leave Canterbury for London on Thu, Nov 06, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
NX00706:50PM2h30
Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station)09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00707:00PM2h20
Canterbury, University Of Kent09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00704:28AM1h52
Canterbury, University Of Kent06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00704:20AM2h00
Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station)06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00705:30AM2h50
Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station)08:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€131One-way
0 transfers
NX00704:28AM1h52
Canterbury, University Of Kent06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00704:20AM2h00
Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station)06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00707:00PM2h20
Canterbury, University Of Kent09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€121One-way
0 transfers
NX00710:30AM2h20
Canterbury, University Of Kent12:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX02201:00PM2h20
Canterbury, University Of Kent03:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 87 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Canterbury to London bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:22 AM
Last updated at 1:22 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 | Delayed 5:30 AM 4:20 AMCanterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h00 | 8:20 AM 8:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 4:28 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h52 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | On time 5:30 AM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h50 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 5:38 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h42 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h50 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 7:40 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h40 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | On time 10:20 AM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h30 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 10:30 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h30 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 1:00 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | On time 2:45 PM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h35 | 5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 2:55 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h25 | 5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 4:45 PM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h35 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX022 | 4:55 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h25 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | On time 6:50 PM Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station) | 2h30 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 7:00 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h20 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Canterbury to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 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 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 47m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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, Megabus from Canterbury to LondonYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as €10. 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
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
€10
National Express frequency
16 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Buses from Canterbury to London: Journey Details
There are frequent direct buses from Canterbury to London running daily, operated by National Express. The earliest service leaves before 6:00 a.m., with the day's last bus departing after 8:00 p.m. There is around one bus an hour, but this varies at different times of day. The journey typically takes between 1 hour and 40 minutes to 2 hours and 35 minutes.
FAQs: Bus from Canterbury to London
FAQs: Take the bus from Canterbury to London 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 Canterbury to London.
Cheap coach tickets from Canterbury to London can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to London is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Canterbury to London is on average 1 h 55 min for the 87 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Canterbury to London by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Canterbury to London leaves at 04: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Canterbury to London leaves at 19: 55.
There are 19 coaches a day from Canterbury to London which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to London, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Canterbury, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Canterbury, St. Georges Lane and Canterbury, University Of Kent. When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, which is located around 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Canterbury to London by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and London including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Canterbury to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Canterbury to London.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to London.
No, luggage for the coach from Canterbury to London needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Canterbury to London.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to London.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to London.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Canterbury to London.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Canterbury to London
Canterbury
London
The major bus station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury, University Of Kent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury, University Of Kent for your trip from Canterbury to London.
Canterbury, University Of Kent
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCinformation
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
University RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
information
The major bus station for arrivals in London is London, Golders Green Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Golders Green Station for your trip to London from Canterbury.
London, Golders Green Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
8 kmCar connection
Golders Green RdWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Golders Green Station
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Car connection
Bath RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
22 kmCar connection
Great South West RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Northern Perimeter RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
information
London, Victoria Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
BishopsgateWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
London, York Road (London Eye)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
London, Eltham
information
London, Elephant and Castle
information
London, Lewisham
information
London, Marble Arch
information
London, Mile End
information
London, New Cross Gate
information
London, Walworth
information
London, St John's Wood
information
London, Wembley Stadium (First Way)
information
London, Earl's Court
information
London, Lithos Road
information
London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B)
information
London, Bow Church Station (Stop A)
information
London, Victoria Rail Station
information
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station
information
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
London, Stirling Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area)
information
London, Sealand Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area)
information
London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B)
information
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
information
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