- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
Kč 426
Average ticket price on Oct 30
Kč 959
Fastest journey on Oct 30
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
2 h 17 m
Buses on Oct 30
40
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Canterbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to London will cost around Kč 959 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč 426.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 40 buses from Canterbury to London, including 10 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
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Buses from Canterbury to London run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč 234 but you can travel from only Kč 192 by train.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč 234 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 47m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Canterbury to London.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 525 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 426 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 525 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 525 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 261 |
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX007 | 4:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h00 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX444 | 4:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h00 | 9:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX025 | 4:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h05 | 9:25 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX030 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h25 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX444 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h25 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX444 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h25 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX030 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h25 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX401 · NX025 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 7h00 | 12:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX025 | 5:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 7h00 | 12:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h50 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX025 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h30 | 2:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX032 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX035 · NX025 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h30 | 2:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX401 | 7:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX035 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h05 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX032 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h05 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX035 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h05 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX444 · NX025 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 7h35 | 5:55 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX032 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h05 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX035 · NX025 | 10:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 7h35 | 5:55 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX025 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h40 | 7:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX035 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h35 | 6:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX032 · NX025 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h40 | 7:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 | 2:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX035 | 2:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h40 | 8:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX025 | 2:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 9:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX030 · NX025 | 2:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 6h15 | 9:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX032 · NX035 | 2:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h40 | 8:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 4:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h35 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX025 · NX030 | 4:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h45 | 10:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX007 | 6:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 2h30 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 · NX030 · NX025 | 6:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h00 | 11:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX007 · NX025 · NX035 | 6:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h40 | 11:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in London.
Catching the bus is the ideal way to travel from Canterbury to London. National Express provides a direct daily connection between the two English cities, with 12-16 weekday options and 16 services on Saturdays and Sundays. Expect journeys to take between one hour 40 minutes and two hours five minutes.
Travelers will only have one option when heading by bus from Canterbury to London. National Express is the sole operator on the route, offering direct, comfortable coaches, which provide onboard WiFi for customers to use.
Coaches from Canterbury to London will take between one hour 40 minutes and two hours five minutes to reach London Victoria Coach Station. No changes will be needed along the way. The fastest services tend to be early morning and late evening departures. Most daytime services will take just over two hours.
There are plenty of buses to London from Canterbury. During the week, between 12 and 16 buses travel from the center of Canterbury to London, while 16 buses make the trip at the weekend. There are no seasonal variations, with a consistent service all year round.
Departure bus station: All buses to London from Canterbury will leave from Canterbury, St. Georges Lane. The bus station can be found around 10 minutes' walk south-east of the historic center and can be reached via the local buses 544 or 649 if required. Expect taxis from either Canterbury East or West rail stations to take 10-15 minutes. Facilities at the bus station aren't extensive, but a major shopping precinct is right next door and includes supermarkets and eating places so stocking up before coach journeys should be simple.
Arrival bus station: All coaches from Canterbury to London will arrive at London Victoria Coach Station. London's premier coach hub, Victoria can be found about a mile west of the Houses of Parliament and a short walk from Buckingham Palace, so it has a very central location. Visitors can head to major tourist attractions on foot or transfer to all parts of the city via the London Underground subway network. Passengers should follow signs to Victoria Underground station and expect the walk to take 10-15 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Canterbury to London buses use the Canterbury, University Of Kent to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Baker Street Station. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Canterbury, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries within a short walk.
Wi-Fi is available at Canterbury, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM located outside the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury, Bus Station.
Available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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