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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.
today
tomorrow
from £15
Monday
Tuesday
from £14
Wednesday
from £14
Thursday
Friday
from £15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    03:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    09:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    06:20
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    18:20
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    23:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    12:05
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    19:00
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    16:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 15m
      0
      03:30
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      05:05
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      09:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    10:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    17:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    12:05
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 15m
      0
      03:30
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      05:05
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      09:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    15:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    22:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    17:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    00:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 15m
      0
      03:30
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      05:05
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      09:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 0m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:55
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    07:30
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    13:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    13:35
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    18:20
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    23:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 15m
      0
      03:30
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      05:05
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      09:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £3

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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches 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 14 coaches from Southampton to Canterbury, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Canterbury, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Southampton to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 8 times every day by bus from Southampton to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Canterbury starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Latest Coach 18:20
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 178.2 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Canterbury

Every day, 8 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2025 and for the following days.

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

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 £14, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to Canterbury. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Canterbury, with £14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

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 coaches from Southampton to Canterbury are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Canterbury

These are the most booked bus companies between Southampton to Canterbury from our users.

National Express from Southampton to Canterbury

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £14
Fastest Coach 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Last Coach 18:20
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 19/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Canterbury

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Canterbury

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches 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 coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Canterbury bus trip is available from £14 and takes 6h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Canterbury is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £28. 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 Southampton - Canterbury route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to Canterbury is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Canterbury from Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Canterbury is provided by National Express and takes 5h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Canterbury?

The earliest bus to Canterbury departs from Southampton at 03:30. 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 Southampton to Canterbury?

The latest bus to Canterbury departs from Southampton at 18:20. 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 Southampton - Canterbury route?

Passengers looking to travel from Southampton 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 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 bus to Canterbury from Southampton?

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 Southampton 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 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 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 Southampton to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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