Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury

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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from £20
tomorrow
from £17
Friday
from £21
Saturday
Sunday
from £20
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
from £16

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    19:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    07:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    14:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 20m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    19:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    14:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    07:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 20m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    18:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    23:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    19:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    01:10
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    12:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    23:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    09:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    19:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    01:10
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    06:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    13:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    10:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    17:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    13:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    20:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    15:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 40m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    05:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    06:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    13:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    08:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    15:00
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    10:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    17:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 40m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    07:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    14:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    12:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      20:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:55
      London
      Walworth
      00:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save £5

Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury

See here how frequent the connections between London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 36 coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury, with only 22 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 20 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 03:35
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 88.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

Every day, 20 buses from 1 coach companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 30/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 28/04
Tuesday 29/04
Wednesday 30/04
£20
Thursday 01/05
£17
Friday 02/05
£21
Saturday 03/05
Sunday 04/05
£23
Monday 05/05
£22
Tuesday 06/05
£22
Wednesday 07/05
£16
Thursday 08/05
£15
Friday 09/05
Saturday 10/05
£22
Sunday 11/05
£18
Monday 12/05
£15
Tuesday 13/05
£22
Wednesday 14/05
£15
Thursday 15/05
£22
Friday 16/05
£18
Saturday 17/05
Sunday 18/05
Monday 19/05
£15
Tuesday 20/05
£14
Wednesday 21/05
£22
Thursday 22/05
Friday 23/05
£23
Saturday 24/05
£23
Sunday 25/05

The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury, with £16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

These are the most booked bus companies between London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury from our users.

National Express from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury:

Cheapest Price £16
Fastest Coach 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 03:35
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 20 Ø
Found on 30/04/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury bus

How much does a London Gatwick Airport - Canterbury coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Gatwick Airport - Canterbury route is available from £16 and takes 10h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury?

The connection London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £27. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the London Gatwick Airport - Canterbury route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Canterbury from London Gatwick Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury is provided by National Express and takes 5h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury?

The earliest bus to Canterbury departs from London Gatwick Airport at 03:35. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury?

The latest bus to Canterbury departs from London Gatwick Airport at 23:45. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Canterbury route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Canterbury?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick Airport 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 transfer: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Canterbury from London Gatwick Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Gatwick Airport to Canterbury

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Canterbury

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