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

today
£34
tomorrow
£26
Thursday
£24
Friday
£26
Saturday
£26
Sunday
£28
Monday
£26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 25m 18:50 Canterbury Coach Station 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 15m 19:00 Canterbury University of Kent 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £13? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 38%
      11h 5m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      19:10
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      06:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 2m
      0
      04:28
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      05:05
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      06:15
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      16:30
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 47m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 07:30 Canterbury Coach Station 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 8h 50m 07:40 Canterbury University of Kent 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 11h 25m 18:50 Canterbury Coach Station 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 11h 15m 19:00 Canterbury University of Kent 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 46%
      8h 40m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      07:50
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      16:30
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 2m
      0
      04:28
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      05:05
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • National Express
      10h 15m
      0
      06:15
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      16:30
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 3h 12m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 07:30 Canterbury Coach Station 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £24
National Express 8h 50m 07:40 Canterbury University of Kent 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £24
National Express 11h 25m 18:50 Canterbury Coach Station 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £33
National Express 11h 15m 19:00 Canterbury University of Kent 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 12%
      8h 40m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      07:50
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      16:30
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 57m
      0
      04:28
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      05:05
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      06:55
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      16:25
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 3h 7m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 5m 07:00 Canterbury Coach Station 17:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 15m 08:50 Canterbury Coach Station 18:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 30m 16:15 Canterbury Coach Station 01:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 55m 07:10 Canterbury University of Kent 17:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 5m 09:00 Canterbury University of Kent 18:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 46%
      8h 55m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      09:10
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      18:05
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 57m
      0
      04:28
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      05:05
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      06:55
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      16:25
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 52m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 50m 07:35 Canterbury Coach Station 16:25 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 8h 15m 09:00 Canterbury Coach Station 17:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 25m 16:20 Canterbury Coach Station 01:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 8h 43m 07:42 Canterbury University of Kent 16:25 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 8h 5m 09:10 Canterbury University of Kent 17:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 46%
      7h 55m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      09:20
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      17:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 58m
      0
      06:17
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      06:55
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 55m
    • National Express
      7h 25m
      0
      09:50
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      17:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 53m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 15m 09:00 Canterbury Coach Station 17:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 9h 25m 16:20 Canterbury Coach Station 01:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 8h 5m 09:10 Canterbury University of Kent 17:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 9h 15m 16:30 Canterbury University of Kent 01:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 8h 50m 07:35 Canterbury Coach Station 16:25 Bradford Interchange  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 50%
      7h 55m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      09:20
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      17:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 58m
      0
      06:17
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      06:55
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 55m
    • National Express
      7h 25m
      0
      09:50
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      17:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 53m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 0m 08:50 Canterbury Coach Station 18:50 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 50m 09:00 Canterbury University of Kent 18:50 Bradford Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 9h 30m 07:00 Canterbury Coach Station 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 9h 20m 07:10 Canterbury University of Kent 16:30 Bradford Interchange  Economy £28
National Express 10h 20m 19:55 Canterbury Coach Station 06:15 Bradford Interchange  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Whistable, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 46%
      9h 40m
      Canterbury
      10 km
      09:10
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      18:50
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Bradford via Gillingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 58m
      0
      06:17
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      06:55
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 55m
    • National Express
      7h 25m
      0
      09:50
      Gillingham
      Hempstead Valley
      17:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 1h 38m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Canterbury to Bradford is £16 on 25/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Canterbury and Bradford

See here how frequent the connections between Canterbury and Bradford are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Canterbury to Bradford. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Canterbury and Bradford.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 20 coaches from Canterbury to Bradford, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Bradford, with 6 offers.

Facts about coaches from Canterbury to Bradford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Canterbury to Bradford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Canterbury to Bradford starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 8h 5m
Earliest Coach 18:50
Latest Coach 20:03
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 339.2 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Canterbury to Bradford

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Canterbury for Bradford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 05/10
Tuesday 06/10
£26
Wednesday 07/10
£26
Thursday 08/10
£24
Friday 09/10
£26
Saturday 10/10
£26
Sunday 11/10
£28
Monday 12/10
£26
Tuesday 13/10
Wednesday 14/10
£26
Thursday 15/10
£26
Friday 16/10
£26
Saturday 17/10
£26
Sunday 18/10
£28
Monday 19/10
£28
Tuesday 20/10
£26
Wednesday 21/10
£26
Thursday 22/10
Friday 23/10
£28
Saturday 24/10
£28
Sunday 25/10
£16
Monday 26/10
£21
Tuesday 27/10
£28
Wednesday 28/10
£26
Thursday 29/10
£18
Friday 30/10
£18
Saturday 31/10
£18
Sunday 01/11

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Bradford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Bradford, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Canterbury to Bradford. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Bradford, with £24. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Canterbury to Bradford

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 Canterbury to Bradford 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 Canterbury to Bradford, 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 Canterbury to Bradford are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Canterbury and Bradford

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Canterbury to Bradford

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

FAQs about the Canterbury to Bradford bus

How much does a Canterbury - Bradford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Canterbury - Bradford bus trip is available from £16 and takes 9h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Canterbury to Bradford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £49. 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 Canterbury - Bradford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Canterbury to Bradford is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bradford from Canterbury take?

The quickest coach from Canterbury to Bradford is provided by National Express and takes 8h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Bradford?

The earliest bus to Bradford departs from Canterbury at 18:50. 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 Canterbury to Bradford?

The latest bus to Bradford departs from Canterbury at 20:03. 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 Canterbury - Bradford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Canterbury to Bradford 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 Canterbury and Bradford?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury and Bradford 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 Bradford from Canterbury?

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 Canterbury Bradford 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 Canterbury Bradford 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 Canterbury to Bradford on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Canterbury to Bradford?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Canterbury and Bradford. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Canterbury to Bradford?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Canterbury and Bradford change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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