The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Canterbury will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
NX541 · NX0073:50 PM6h25Birmingham, Coach Station10:15 PMCanterbury, University Of Kent$361One-way1 transfer
NX400 · NX0075:20 AM6h35Birmingham, Coach Station11:55 AMCanterbury, Bus Station$361One-way1 transfer
NX400 · NX0075:20 AM6h25Birmingham, Coach Station11:45 AMCanterbury, University Of Kent$361One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX00712:35 PM6h35Birmingham, Coach Station7:10 PMCanterbury, University Of Kent$361One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX0078:30 AM6h45Birmingham, Coach Station3:15 PMCanterbury, Bus Station$361One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX0225:30 PM6h10Birmingham, Coach Station11:40 PMCanterbury, University Of Kent$371One-way1 transfer
NX422 · NX0223:25 AM6h10Birmingham, Coach Station9:35 AMCanterbury, University Of Kent$411One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX0076:45 PM6h18Birmingham, Coach Station1:03 AMCanterbury, University Of Kent$361One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX0225:30 PM6h20Birmingham, Coach Station11:50 PMCanterbury, Bus Station$371One-way1 transfer
NX422 · NX0223:25 AM6h20Birmingham, Coach Station9:45 AMCanterbury, Bus Station$411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. 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 $22, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Canterbury:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Canterbury costing on average $85 (€70).
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 38m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Birmingham to Canterbury Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Canterbury buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX422 · NX022 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h20 | 9:45 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX022 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h10 | 9:35 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX007 | Delayed 7:00 AM 5:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h35 | 11:55 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX007 | Delayed 7:00 AM 5:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h25 | 11:45 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX022 | Delayed 7:00 AM 6:45 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h40 | 1:25 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX022 | Delayed 7:00 AM 6:45 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h50 | 1:35 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | Delayed 12:55 PM 8:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h45 | 3:15 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | Delayed 12:55 PM 8:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h35 | 3:05 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | Delayed 12:55 PM 9:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 7h25 | 5:20 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | Delayed 12:55 PM 9:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 7h15 | 5:10 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | Delayed 12:55 PM 12:35 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h35 | 7:10 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | Delayed 12:55 PM 12:35 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 6h45 | 7:20 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | On time 1:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h40 | 8:35 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | On time 1:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h30 | 8:25 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | On time 3:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h25 | 10:15 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | On time 3:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h35 | 10:25 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | On time 5:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h20 | 11:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX022 | On time 5:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:40 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | On time 6:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h25 | 1:10 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX007 | On time 6:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h18 | 1:03 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Canterbury
Buses from Birmingham to Canterbury run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Birmingham to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Canterbury with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic Gothic structure known for its stunning architecture and historical significance
- St. Augustine's Abbey, the ruins of a Benedictine monastery founded in the 6th century, offering insights into early Christian history in England
- Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, a medieval gatehouse with exhibits on local history and panoramic views of the city
- Canterbury Roman Museum, an underground museum showcasing Roman artifacts and the remains of a Roman townhouse
- Westgate Gardens, a picturesque park perfect for leisurely walks along the River Stour.
- Explore the historic streets of Canterbury on a guided walking tour, learning about its rich history and hidden gems
- Enjoy a punting tour on the River Stour for a unique perspective of the city's architecture and natural beauty
- Visit the Canterbury Tales attraction for an interactive experience of Chaucer's famous stories
- Attend a performance at The Marlowe Theatre, featuring plays, musicals, and concerts
- Discover the local food scene with a culinary tour of Canterbury's best eateries and markets.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Canterbury
Most Birmingham to Canterbury buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Canterbury, University Of Kent station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Canterbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Which Canterbury station do buses from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre
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