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Which bus from Birmingham to Canterbury is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Canterbury. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £17
tomorrow
from £18
Monday
from £14
Tuesday
from £14
Wednesday
from £14
Thursday
from £13
Friday
from £15

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    06:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:45
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    22:15
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    5h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    20:15
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 50m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    08:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    14:50
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    08:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    15:00
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    06:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:45
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    07:05
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    13:25
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Whistable to Birmingham via Canterbury, you can save more than £15? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 83%
      0h 8m
      0 km
      00:55
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      01:03
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      236 km
      Birmingham
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 50m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    05:20
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:45
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    08:05
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    14:50
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    20:25
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    22:15
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    17:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 2h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    14:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    20:55
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:40
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:20
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 2h 30m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    16:10
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    22:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    14:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:20
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:40
    Canterbury
    University of Kent
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:20
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    14:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:20
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    06:35
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    13:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    08:05
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    15:15
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    23:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 55m
      0
      21:15
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      23:45
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 20m
      0
      23:50
      London
      Eltham
      01:10
      Canterbury
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 2h 25m shorter, and you will save £2

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Canterbury?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Canterbury. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 32 daily coaches from Birmingham to Canterbury. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 20 daily coaches between Birmingham and Canterbury.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 69 coaches from Birmingham to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Canterbury, with 20 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Canterbury bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 26 times by bus from Birmingham to Canterbury in one click. Book your Birmingham to Canterbury bus ticket starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 26 Ø
Distance 243.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Canterbury?

Every day, 26 buses from 1 coach companies leave Birmingham for Canterbury. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 23/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 17/03
Tuesday 18/03
Wednesday 19/03
Thursday 20/03
Friday 21/03
Saturday 22/03
£17
Sunday 23/03
£18
Monday 24/03
£14
Tuesday 25/03
£19
Wednesday 26/03
£14
Thursday 27/03
£13
Friday 28/03
£15
Saturday 29/03
£23
Sunday 30/03
£19
Monday 31/03
Tuesday 01/04
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 03/04
Friday 04/04
Saturday 05/04
Sunday 06/04
£19
Monday 07/04
£19
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 09/04
£19
Thursday 10/04
Friday 11/04
£19
Saturday 12/04
£19
Sunday 13/04

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Canterbury

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Canterbury, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Canterbury. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Canterbury, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Canterbury

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham 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 coach from Birmingham 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 coaches from Birmingham to Canterbury are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Canterbury?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Canterbury timetable.

National Express from Birmingham to Canterbury

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 26 Ø
Found on 22/03/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Canterbury

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Canterbury. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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 Birmingham to Canterbury? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Canterbury.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Canterbury

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Canterbury. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Canterbury bus

How much does a Birmingham Canterbury coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Canterbury bus trip is available from £13 and takes 7h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £42. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Canterbury.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Canterbury route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Canterbury is offered by roughly 26 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Canterbury from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Canterbury is provided by National Express and takes 5h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £17. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Canterbury?

The earliest bus to Canterbury departs from Birmingham at 02:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Canterbury?

The latest bus to Canterbury departs from Birmingham at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Canterbury route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Canterbury can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Canterbury?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham 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 bus to Canterbury from Birmingham?

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 bus for the Birmingham Canterbury bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham 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 travelling 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 Birmingham to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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