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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Canterbury to London
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
87 km
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 €13.
Of the 16 buses that leave Canterbury for London on Wed, Feb 04, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 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 Wed, Feb 04 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.
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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
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX022 | 4:55 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 2h25 | 7:20 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 | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| NX007 | Delayed 10:20 AM 4:20 AMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane | 2h00 | 12:50 PM 12:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 4:28 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1h52 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | Delayed 10:20 AM 5:30 AMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane | 2h50 | 12:50 PM 12:50 PMLondon, 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, St. Georges Lane | 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, St. Georges Lane | 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, St. Georges Lane | 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, St. Georges Lane | 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, St. Georges Lane | 2h35 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | On time 6:50 PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane | 2h30 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to London
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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.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 87 km distance in 1h 47m.
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 |
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
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Canterbury to London
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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