Manchester to Canterbury bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$31

Average

$34

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

04:45PM8h25

Manchester, Coach Station

01:10AMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$311One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

11:45AM8h50

Manchester, Coach Station

08:35PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$311One-way

1 transfer

06:15AM9h00

Manchester, Coach Station

03:15PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$361One-way

1 transfer

01:30PM8h55

Manchester, Coach Station

10:25PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$361One-way

1 transfer

08:20AM9h00

Manchester, Coach Station

05:20PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$371One-way

1 transfer

Manchester to Canterbury bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX421 National ExpressNX421	02:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h10	11:55AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	05:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	8h20	01:35PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	06:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h00	03:15PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	08:20AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h00	05:20PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	10:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h05	07:20PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	11:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	8h50	08:35PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	01:30PM Manchester, Coach Station	8h55	10:25PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX590 National ExpressNX590	02:00PM Manchester, Coach Station	9h50	11:50PM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	04:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	8h25	01:10AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX424 National ExpressNX424	11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	9h50	09:30AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
National Express NX422 National ExpressNX422	11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	9h50	09:30AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane	1 transfer
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Bus times from Manchester to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

8 h 20 m

Average

9 h 7 m

Buses per day

Distance

333 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester to Canterbury without transferring at least once.

Fastest

05:15AM8h20

Manchester, Coach Station

01:35PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$411One-way

1 transfer

2nd Fastest

04:45PM8h25

Manchester, Coach Station

01:10AMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$311One-way

1 transfer

11:45AM8h50

Manchester, Coach Station

08:35PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$311One-way

1 transfer

01:30PM8h55

Manchester, Coach Station

10:25PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$361One-way

1 transfer

08:20AM9h00

Manchester, Coach Station

05:20PMCanterbury, St. Georges Lane

$371One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Canterbury

Buses from Manchester to Canterbury run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€19) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

206 miles (332 km)

Average bus duration

8h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

$21 (€19)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

7h 55m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Bus companies: National Express from Manchester to Canterbury

You can travel by bus to Canterbury from Manchester with National Express for as low as $21 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Manchester to Canterbury, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Manchester to Canterbury with National Express:

Average Duration: 7 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $21
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Canterbury

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Canterbury with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Canterbury.

Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Canterbury can start from as little as $21 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to Canterbury is $35 (€32); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Canterbury bus time is 7 h 55 min covering the 206 mile (332 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Manchester to Canterbury leaves at 12: 05AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Manchester to Canterbury leaves at 11: 40PM.

There are 13 buses a day from Manchester to Canterbury which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the route from Manchester to Canterbury you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Manchester and Canterbury on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Canterbury by bus is November.

You have options as you can travel to Canterbury from Manchester 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.