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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station | Canterbury bus station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station | Canterbury Park and Ride | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station | Canterbury bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station | Canterbury bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station | Canterbury bus station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dover to Canterbury
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$12 - $18 | Average Duration55m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$7 - $7 | Average Duration20m | 1kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Dover and Canterbury?
Stops in Dover
- A
Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station
23 Pencester Road, Dover CT16 1BS - B
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK - C
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK - D
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK
Stops in Canterbury
- A
Canterbury
1 High Street, Canterbury, CT1 2JH, United Kingdom - B253 St George's Ln, Canterbury CT1, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 29735 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $12
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Canterbury by bus
How far is Dover from Canterbury?
The distance between Dover and Canterbury is approximately 23 km (14 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Dover to Canterbury?
Buses departing from Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station in Dover will take you to Canterbury in Canterbury.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dover to Canterbury was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dover to Canterbury, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $10 to $19 for a bus ticket from Dover to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-28.
