Bus Tickets from London to Canterbury

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TodayJul 31
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TomorrowAug 1
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MonAug 4
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Canterbury
    Destination location: CANTERBURY (Bus Station)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Eltham
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Canterbury
    Destination location: University of Kent, Keynes College
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Canterbury
    Destination location: CANTERBURY (Bus Station)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Canterbury
    Destination location: CANTERBURY (Bus Station)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Canterbury
    Destination location: CANTERBURY (Bus Station)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Canterbury

Bus
Average PriceUS$9 - US$22Average Duration1h 50m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$17 - US$80Average Duration1h 39m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$9 - US$9Average Duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Canterbury

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage Duration
US$9Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Canterbury: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$12
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 50m
Number of daily buses115
Earliest bus departure7:30am
Distance84 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

London to Canterbury Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Canterbury

  1. How far is London from Canterbury?

    The distance between London and Canterbury is around 88 km (55 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from London to Canterbury?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at London Elephant & Castle, in London, and end it at Canterbury, in Canterbury.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-29
US$14
07-30
US$14
Today
US$14
08-01
US$9
08-02
US$9
08-03
US$11
08-04
US$9
08-05
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Canterbury was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Canterbury, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$32 for a bus ticket from London to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between London and Canterbury!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from London to Canterbury, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from London to Canterbury will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from London to Canterbury

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Train from London to Canterbury

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