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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Canterbury

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Canterbury from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from $23
tomorrow
from $21
Thursday
from $22
Friday
from $23
Saturday
Sunday
from $21
Monday
from $19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:45 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    12:50 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    2:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:20 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:45 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    12:50 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    2:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:20 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:45 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    12:50 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    2:05 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:20 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    4:20 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:55 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    10:25 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    9:45 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    1:10 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:50 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:55 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:50 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    10:25 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    1:10 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:00 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
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    • National Express
      7h 15m
      0
      4:30 AM
      Cardiff
      Gabalfa Interchange
      7:55 AM
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      9:30 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    4:20 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:55 AM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    11:50 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    10:25 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    3:00 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    1:35 PM
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
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    • FlixBus
      7h 25m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      5:25 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 55m
      0
      7:00 PM
      London
      Walworth
      8:55 PM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $3

Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Canterbury

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Canterbury are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Cardiff to Canterbury. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cardiff and Canterbury.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from Cardiff to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Canterbury, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Canterbury starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Latest Bus 6:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 184.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Canterbury

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cardiff for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/03/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/01
Monday 06/02
Tuesday 06/03
$23
Wednesday 06/04
$21
Thursday 06/05
$22
Friday 06/06
$23
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
$21
Monday 06/09
$19
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
$23
Thursday 06/12
$22
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21
$19
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
$19
Saturday 06/28

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Canterbury

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Canterbury, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Canterbury. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Canterbury, with $19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Canterbury are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cardiff to Canterbury

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

National Express from Cardiff to Canterbury

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $19
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Last Bus 6:45 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 6/1/2025

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Canterbury

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cardiff to Canterbury? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Canterbury.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Canterbury bus

How much does a Cardiff Canterbury bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 7h 35m to reach Canterbury. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $51. 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 Cardiff to Canterbury each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Canterbury bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Canterbury is offered by National Express and takes 6h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Canterbury?

The earliest bus arriving in Canterbury from Cardiff starts at 3:15 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 Cardiff to Canterbury?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Canterbury starts at 6:45 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 Cardiff Canterbury route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Canterbury?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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