Bus Canterbury to Bristol: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Canterbury to Bristol

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

today

$17

tomorrow

Friday

$14

Saturday

Sunday

$14

Monday

Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 55m	4:20 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	10:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 4:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/18/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	5h 47m	4:28 AM	Canterbury	University of Kent	10:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 4:28:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/18/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 47m
National Express	6h 15m	5:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	11:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 5:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/18/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	6h 10m	10:20 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 10:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/18/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 15m	6:50 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	1:05 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 6:50:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/19/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bristol via Whistable, you can save more than $3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 18%
  
  5h 37m
  
  Canterbury
  
  6 mi
  
  4:38 AM
  
  Whistable
  Bus Stop
  
  10:15 AM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Whistable (United Kingdom) at 3/18/2026 4:38:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/18/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 15m	5:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	11:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	6h 7m	5:38 AM	Canterbury	University of Kent	11:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:38:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 7m
National Express	6h 28m	5:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	11:58 AM	Bristol	Clifton Down	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:30:00 AM to Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 28m
National Express	6h 25m	5:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	11:55 AM	Bristol	University Queens Rd	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:30:00 AM to University Queens Rd, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 20m	5:38 AM	Canterbury	University of Kent	11:58 AM	Bristol	Clifton Down	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:38:00 AM to Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 55m	4:20 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	10:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 4:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	5h 47m	4:28 AM	Canterbury	University of Kent	10:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 4:28:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 47m
National Express	5h 35m	6:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	11:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 6:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
National Express	5h 28m	6:17 AM	Canterbury	University of Kent	11:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 6:17:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 28m
National Express	5h 50m	6:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	12:00 PM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 6:10:00 AM to Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Canterbury to Bristol is $14 on 3/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Canterbury and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Canterbury and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Canterbury to Bristol. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 34 daily coaches between Canterbury and Bristol.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 52 buses from Canterbury to Bristol, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Bristol, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Canterbury to Bristol

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 38 times every day by bus from Canterbury to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Canterbury to Bristol starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus	$14
Fastest Bus	4h 47m
Earliest Bus	4:20 AM
Latest Bus	8:03 PM
Daily Bus Routes	38 Ø
Distance	158.7 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Canterbury to Bristol

Every day, 38 buses from 1 bus companies leave Canterbury for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/18/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/15

Monday 03/16

Tuesday 03/17

Wednesday 03/18

$17

Thursday 03/19

Friday 03/20

$14

Saturday 03/21

Sunday 03/22

$14

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

Wednesday 03/25

$16

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

$14

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$23

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

Wednesday 04/01

$16

Thursday 04/02

Friday 04/03

$32

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 04/05

$50

Monday 04/06

$50

Tuesday 04/07

$14

Wednesday 04/08

$16

Thursday 04/09

$16

Friday 04/10

$23

Saturday 04/11

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Bristol, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $14, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Canterbury to Bristol. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Bristol, with $14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Canterbury to Bristol

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 Canterbury to Bristol 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 Canterbury to Bristol, 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 Canterbury to Bristol are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Canterbury and Bristol

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

Bus Station

Gravel Walk 14

Park and Ride

New Dover Road

University of Kent

University Road

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Canterbury to Bristol

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

FAQs about the Canterbury to Bristol bus

How much does a Canterbury Bristol bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 6h 15m to reach Bristol. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $38. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bristol.

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

Every day, the Canterbury to Bristol bus route is served by approximately 38 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Canterbury to Bristol is offered by National Express and takes 4h 47m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $18. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Bristol?

The earliest bus arriving in Bristol from Canterbury starts at 4:20 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 Canterbury to Bristol?

The latest bus trip departing from Canterbury for Bristol starts at 8:03 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 Canterbury Bristol route?

When traveling by bus from Canterbury to Bristol, 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 Canterbury and Bristol?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury and Bristol 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 Canterbury to Bristol 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 Canterbury Bristol 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 Canterbury Bristol 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 Canterbury to Bristol on your planned travel date.

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

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 38 daily trips between Canterbury and Bristol. 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 Canterbury to Bristol?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Canterbury and to Bristol

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Canterbury and to Bristol. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!