Bus Edinburgh to Canterbury: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury

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

today

$68

tomorrow

$45

Sunday

Monday

$44

Tuesday

Wednesday

$40

Thursday

$48

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	13h 55m	10:00 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$68	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
	National Express	14h 35m	10:35 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$85	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury via Middlesbrough, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 55m
  
  0
  
  11:15 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  St Andrew Square
  
  3:15 PM
  
  Middlesbrough
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
- National Express
  
  8h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:15 PM
  
  Middlesbrough
  Bus Station
  
  1:10 AM
  
  Canterbury
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $31
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	13h 55m	10:00 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
	National Express	13h 25m	11:45 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$66	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury via Sheffield, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  14h 40m
  
  0
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:30:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
- National Express
  
  8h 25m
  
  0
  
  4:45 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Bus Station
  
  1:10 AM
  
  Canterbury
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	14h 35m	10:35 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
	National Express	13h 55m	10:00 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$49	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury via Sheffield, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  14h 20m
  
  0
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:30:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
- National Express
  
  8h 5m
  
  0
  
  4:45 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Bus Station
  
  12:50 AM
  
  Canterbury
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	14h 15m	10:35 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	12:50 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
	National Express	13h 55m	10:00 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$49	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury via Sheffield, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  14h 20m
  
  0
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 10:30:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
- National Express
  
  8h 5m
  
  0
  
  4:45 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Bus Station
  
  12:50 AM
  
  Canterbury
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	14h 15m	10:35 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	12:50 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$48	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 10:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
	National Express	13h 55m	10:00 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station		Economy	$53	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury via Sheffield, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  14h 20m
  
  0
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 10:30:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
- National Express
  
  8h 5m
  
  0
  
  4:45 PM
  
  Sheffield
  Bus Station
  
  12:50 AM
  
  Canterbury
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury is $40 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Canterbury

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Edinburgh to Canterbury. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Canterbury.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 5 buses from Edinburgh to Canterbury, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Canterbury, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Canterbury starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	13h 25m
Earliest Bus	10:35 AM
Latest Bus	10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	367.2 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Canterbury

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$68

Saturday 12/06

$45

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$44

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$40

Thursday 12/11

$48

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Canterbury

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

With a price starting from $40, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $68.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Canterbury, with $40. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $45.

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

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Canterbury

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

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Bus Station

Gravel Walk 14

University of Kent

University Road

Park and Ride

New Dover Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Canterbury bus

How much does a Edinburgh Canterbury bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 14h 15m to reach Canterbury. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $85. 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 Edinburgh to Canterbury each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Canterbury bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury is offered by National Express and takes 13h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $66. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Canterbury?

The earliest bus arriving in Canterbury from Edinburgh starts at 10:35 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 Edinburgh to Canterbury?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Canterbury starts at 10:00 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 Edinburgh Canterbury route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Canterbury?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Canterbury

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