Oxford to Canterbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€34

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 13 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to Canterbury will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Canterbury on Wed, Feb 04, 2 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 170 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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
04:30PM5h25
Oxford
09:55PMCanterbury
€331One-way
0 transfers
National Express
06:50PM5h00
Oxford
11:50PMCanterbury
€341One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 170 km

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Train

€34

Average price

Cheapest

€59

Average price

4h 59m

Average total duration

4h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Oxford to Canterbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Canterbury buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:38 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express2:30 PM Oxford
5h35
8:05 PM Canterbury0 transfersDirect
national_express6:50 PM Oxford
5h00
11:50 PM Canterbury0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Canterbury

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Buses from Oxford to Canterbury run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €19 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 170 km distance in 4h 48m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €19
Distance
170 km
Average bus duration
4h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
€32
Buses per day
19
Fastest bus
4h 48m
First bus
04:15
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €19

Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Canterbury with National Express for as low as €19. 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 48m
Cheapest Price
€32
National Express frequency
19 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Canterbury can start from as little as €32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Canterbury is €34; 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 Oxford to Canterbury is 4h 48m to travel the 170 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 Oxford to Canterbury leaves at 4:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Canterbury leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 19 coaches a day from Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride . When arriving in Canterbury , you can end your trip in coach stations like Canterbury, University Of Kent, Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, Canterbury, Rhodaus Town (Canterbury East Rail Station), Whitstable, Clapham Hill .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Canterbury, University Of Kent, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Canterbury from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 48m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Canterbury is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Canterbury including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Canterbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Canterbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Canterbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Canterbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Canterbury with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Oxford to Canterbury

Oxford
Canterbury
The major bus station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Canterbury.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
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