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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Canterbury

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Canterbury from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$26
Sunday
Monday
$25
Tuesday
$21
Wednesday
Thursday
$21

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 5m 12:45 PM Bristol Coach Station 6:50 PM Canterbury University of Kent  Economy $26
National Express 6h 0m 4:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:15 PM Canterbury University of Kent  Economy $26
National Express 5h 33m 7:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 1:03 AM Canterbury University of Kent  Economy $26
National Express 6h 15m 12:45 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:00 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 10m 4:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:25 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Whistable to Bristol via Canterbury, you can save more than $22? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 85%
      0h 8m
      0 mi
      12:55 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      156 mi
      Bristol
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Canterbury via London, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 33m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      11:40 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 13m
      0
      11:50 PM
      London
      Eltham
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
    Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 5:40 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:55 AM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 6h 10m 8:50 AM Bristol Coach Station 3:00 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 6h 35m 12:45 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:20 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 6h 10m 4:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:25 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 5h 40m 7:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 1:10 AM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Whistable to Bristol via Canterbury, you can save more than $21? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 84%
      0h 8m
      0 mi
      12:55 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      156 mi
      Bristol
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Canterbury via London, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 33m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      11:40 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 13m
      0
      11:50 PM
      London
      Eltham
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
    Travel Time is 2h 7m shorter, and you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 30m 4:15 AM Bristol Coach Station 9:45 AM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 30m 10:00 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:30 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 20m 1:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:20 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 20m 2:45 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:05 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 6h 40m 4:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:55 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Canterbury via London, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 33m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      11:40 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 13m
      0
      11:50 PM
      London
      Eltham
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
    Travel Time is 1h 57m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 13m 10:07 AM Bristol Black Boy Hill 7:20 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 7h 38m 1:27 PM Bristol Black Boy Hill 9:05 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 9h 5m 10:15 AM Bristol University Queens Rd 7:20 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 7h 30m 1:35 PM Bristol University Queens Rd 9:05 PM Canterbury Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 8h 55m 10:15 AM Bristol University Queens Rd 7:10 PM Canterbury University of Kent  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Canterbury via London, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 33m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      11:40 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 13m
      0
      11:50 PM
      London
      Eltham
      1:03 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
    Travel Time is 3h 57m shorter, and you will save $3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Canterbury is $15 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Canterbury

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Canterbury are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Bristol to Canterbury. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 34 daily coaches between Bristol and Canterbury.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 70 buses from Bristol to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Canterbury, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 39 times every day by bus from Bristol to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Canterbury starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 5h 20m
Earliest Bus 3:45 AM
Latest Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 39 Ø
Distance 158.7 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Canterbury

Every day, 39 buses from 1 bus companies leave Bristol for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/07
Monday 12/08
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
Thursday 12/11
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
$26
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
$25
Tuesday 12/16
$21
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$25
Friday 12/19
$36
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
$36
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27
Sunday 12/28
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
Friday 01/02
Saturday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Canterbury

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Canterbury, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Canterbury. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Canterbury, with $21. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Canterbury

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bristol to Canterbury in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bristol to Canterbury, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bristol to Canterbury are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bristol to Canterbury

These are the most booked bus companies between Bristol to Canterbury from our users.

National Express from Bristol to Canterbury

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bristol to Canterbury:

Cheapest Price $21
Fastest Bus 5h 20m
Earliest Bus 3:45 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 39 Ø
Found on 12/10/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Canterbury

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol and Canterbury.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Canterbury

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bristol to Canterbury? Or which bus companies serve the route Bristol to Canterbury? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bristol to Canterbury bus

How much does a Bristol Canterbury bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 6h 30m to reach Canterbury. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Canterbury?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $32. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Canterbury.

On average, how many connections are available from Bristol to Canterbury each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Canterbury bus route is served by approximately 39 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bristol to Canterbury take?

The fastest bus from Bristol to Canterbury is offered by National Express and takes 5h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Canterbury?

The earliest bus arriving in Canterbury from Bristol starts at 3:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bristol to Canterbury?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Canterbury starts at 6:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bristol Canterbury route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Canterbury, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Canterbury?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Canterbury by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Bristol to Canterbury bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bristol Canterbury bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Canterbury bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bristol to Canterbury?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 39 daily trips between Bristol and Canterbury. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bristol to Canterbury?

Prices and availability for 39 trips between Bristol and Canterbury change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Canterbury

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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