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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$55
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$55
Fastest journey on Aug 30
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
4 h 26 m
Buses on Aug 30
20
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
NX007 · NXA82:35 PM4h54Canterbury, University Of Kent7:29 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer- NX022 · NXA87:35 AM5h05Canterbury, Bus Station12:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX007 · NXA85:50 PM5h05Canterbury, Bus Station10:55 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX022 · NXA87:42 AM4h58Canterbury, University Of Kent12:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX007 · NXA89:00 AM5h10Canterbury, Bus Station2:10 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX022 · NXA88:03 PM4h17Canterbury, University Of Kent12:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX007 · NXA84:28 AM4h22Canterbury, University Of Kent8:50 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX022 · NXA87:55 PM4h25Canterbury, Bus Station12:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX007 · NXA84:20 AM4h30Canterbury, Bus Station8:50 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX007 · NXA86:17 AM4h38Canterbury, University Of Kent10:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Canterbury to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m 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 London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport costing on average $75.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
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 London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:28AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:38AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 5h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:17AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h58 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 5h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 5h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:29PM | Duration 5h04 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:29PM | Duration 4h54 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
Canterbury to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 · NXA8 | 6:10 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 6:17 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h38 | 10:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 7:35 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h05 | 12:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 7:42 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h58 | 12:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 9:00 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h10 | 2:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 9:10 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 5h00 | 2:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 10:50 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h25 | 4:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 11:00 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 5h15 | 4:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 12:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h12 | 6:02 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 1:00 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 5h02 | 6:02 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 2:25 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h04 | 7:29 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 2:35 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h54 | 7:29 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 4:20 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h05 | 9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 4:30 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h55 | 9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 5:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 5h05 | 10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 6:00 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h55 | 10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 7:55 PM Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h25 | 12:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX022 · NXA8 | 8:03 PM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h17 | 12:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| NX007 · NXA8 | 4:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX007 · NXA8 | 4:28 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 4h22 | 8:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 37m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 5:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Canterbury to London Stansted Airport
Most Canterbury to London Stansted Airport buses use the Canterbury, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Canterbury, Bus Station from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury, Bus Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Cafes and eateries within a short walk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Canterbury, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM located outside the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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.
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