Bus Southampton to Canterbury: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Canterbury

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

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from $16

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from $19

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from $16

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	5:30 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:50 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 5:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 10m	7:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 40m	3:45 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 3:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	6h 30m	5:25 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 5:25:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	5h 15m	4:15 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	9:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 4:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 15m	4:15 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	9:30 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 4:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	6h 20m	5:30 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:50 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 5:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 10m	7:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:10 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 1:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 30m	5:25 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 5:25:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	6h 40m	3:45 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	10:25 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 3:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 25m	4:30 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	10:55 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 20m	6:30 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	12:50 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 6:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	7h 35m	1:30 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	9:05 PM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	5h 30m	4:15 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	9:45 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 4:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	6h 20m	5:35 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:55 AM	Canterbury	Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 5:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Canterbury

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Southampton to Canterbury. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Southampton and Canterbury.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 11 buses from Southampton to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Canterbury, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 9 times every day by bus from Southampton to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Canterbury starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	5h 15m
Earliest Bus	4:15 AM
Latest Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	9 Ø
Distance	110.8 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Canterbury

Every day, 9 buses from 1 bus companies leave Southampton for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Saturday

Sunday 07/20

Monday 07/21

Tuesday 07/22

Wednesday 07/23

Thursday 07/24

Friday 07/25

Saturday 07/26

$16

Sunday 07/27

$19

Monday 07/28

Tuesday 07/29

$16

Wednesday 07/30

Thursday 07/31

Friday 08/01

$17

Saturday 08/02

$16

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Monday 08/04

Tuesday 08/05

Wednesday 08/06

Thursday 08/07

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The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Canterbury

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

With a price starting from $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Canterbury. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Canterbury, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

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

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Canterbury

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

Bus Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

Port

Town Quay

New Road

Bus Station

Gravel Walk 14

University of Kent

University Road

Park and Ride

New Dover Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Canterbury bus

How much does a Southampton Canterbury bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 6h 20m to reach Canterbury. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $44. 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 Southampton to Canterbury each day?

Every day, the Southampton to Canterbury bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Southampton to Canterbury is offered by National Express and takes 5h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $23. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Canterbury?

The earliest bus arriving in Canterbury from Southampton starts at 4:15 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 Southampton to Canterbury?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton 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 Southampton Canterbury route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton 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 Southampton and Canterbury?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Southampton and to Canterbury

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