Bus Cardiff to Canterbury: Compare prices and save money

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

$16

tomorrow

$16

Sunday

$30

Monday

$16

Tuesday

$16

Wednesday

Thursday

$17

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 40m	2:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 25m	6:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	7h 5m	4:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	11:50 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	8h 20m	12:15 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	8:35 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 12:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
National Express	7h 45m	7:30 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	3:15 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 40m	2:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	7h 5m	4:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	11:50 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	6h 15m	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	7h 5m	4:50 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 4:50:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	6h 25m	6:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 5m	4:50 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 4:50:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	7h 15m	7:45 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	3:00 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 7:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	6h 45m	12:15 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	7:00 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 12:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
National Express	7h 40m	2:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 25m	6:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Canterbury via London, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  7h 15m
  
  0
  
  4:30 AM
  
  Cardiff
  Gabalfa Interchange
  
  7:55 AM
  
  London
  Earl's Court
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 4:30:00 AM to Earl's Court, London (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
- National Express
  
  2h 15m
  
  0
  
  9:30 AM
  
  London
  Victoria Coach Station
  
  11:45 AM
  
  Canterbury
  University of Kent
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Victoria Coach Station, London (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 9:30:00 AM to University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 35m	4:20 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	7h 40m	2:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 30m	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:45 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	7h 35m	6:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	1:35 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 6:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	7h 30m	7:30 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	3:00 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 35m	1:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:05 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	6h 50m	6:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	12:50 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	6h 30m	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:45 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	7h 50m	11:30 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	7:20 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
National Express	6h 45m	9:45 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 50m	11:30 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	7:20 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 11:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
National Express	6h 30m	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:45 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	7h 35m	1:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	9:05 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	6h 50m	6:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	12:50 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	6h 45m	9:45 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

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 18 buses from Cardiff to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Canterbury, with 6 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $15, from National Express

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 $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	6h 15m
Earliest Bus	7:30 AM
Latest Bus	6:00 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 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$16

Sunday 07/26

$31

Monday 07/27

$16

Tuesday 07/28

$16

Wednesday 07/29

$17

Thursday 07/30

$17

Friday 07/31

$16

Saturday 08/01

$16

Sunday 08/02

$22

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$16

Thursday 08/06

$16

Friday 08/07

$16

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

$16

Monday 08/10

$16

Tuesday 08/11

$16

Wednesday 08/12

$16

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

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 $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Canterbury. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Canterbury, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

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.

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.

University

Park Place 50

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Bus Station

Gravel Walk 14

Park and Ride

New Dover Road

University of Kent

University Road

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 $15 and takes 7h 40m 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 $15 and $45. 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 $19. 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 7:30 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 6:00 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 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

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

More bus routes to Cardiff and to Canterbury

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