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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Canterbury to Abbey Wood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Abbey Wood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Abbey Wood:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Abbey Wood costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Abbey Wood take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 33m.
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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.
Canterbury to Abbey Wood Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:03PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Abbey Wood
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Buses from Canterbury to Abbey Wood run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:31, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 7m |
First bus 1:31 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to Abbey WoodYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Abbey Wood with National Express for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Canterbury to Abbey Wood
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Canterbury to Abbey Wood
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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