London Stansted Airport to Canterbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Feb 01

Cheapest price

€30

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 56 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Canterbury on Sun, Feb 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Feb 01 the direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

On Sun, Feb 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.

National Express
02:15PM5h10
London Stansted Airport
07:25PMCanterbury
301One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:25PM4h45
London Stansted Airport
12:10AMCanterbury
301One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:50AM5h10
London Stansted Airport
02:00PMCanterbury
301One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:00AM4h20
London Stansted Airport
08:20AMCanterbury
371One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:10PM5h15
London Stansted Airport
09:25PMCanterbury
401One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 88 km

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Train

€32

Average price

Cheapest

€67

Average price

4h 10m

Average total duration

3h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Canterbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury buses for today, Saturday, January 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:35 AM
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Tickets
national_express4:10 PM London Stansted Airport
5h15
9:25 PM Canterbury0 transfersDirect
national_express5:50 PM London Stansted Airport
5h00
10:50 PM Canterbury0 transfersDirect
national_express7:25 PM London Stansted Airport
4h45
12:10 AM Canterbury0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 88 km distance in 4h 20m.

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
88 km
Average bus duration
3h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
04:00
Last bus
19:50
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 from London Stansted Airport to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Canterbury with National Express for as low as €26. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
€26
National Express frequency
18 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.

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Canterbury is €32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury is 4h 20m to travel the 88 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury leaves at 4:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury leaves at 7:50 PM.
There are 20 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Canterbury from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Canterbury

London
Canterbury
Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
information
Canterbury, University Of KentWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
University Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
  • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

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