Bus and Coach from Exeter to Canterbury: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Exeter to Canterbury

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

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Friday

Saturday

Sunday

£21

Monday

£18

Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 15m	16:55	Exeter	Coach Station	01:10	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 16:55:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
National Express	8h 55m	04:40	Exeter	Coach Station	13:35	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 04:40:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
National Express	7h 55m	09:10	Exeter	Coach Station	17:05	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 09:10:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
National Express	7h 25m	02:05	Exeter	Coach Station	09:30	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 02:05:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
National Express	8h 25m	12:00	Exeter	Coach Station	20:25	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 12:00:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 25m	16:45	Exeter	Coach Station	01:10	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 16:45:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/03/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
National Express	9h 40m	03:55	Exeter	Coach Station	13:35	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 03:55:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
National Express	7h 55m	09:10	Exeter	Coach Station	17:05	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 09:10:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
National Express	8h 35m	12:00	Exeter	Coach Station	20:35	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 12:00:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
National Express	7h 40m	02:05	Exeter	Coach Station	09:45	Canterbury	Coach Station	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/03/2026 02:05:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 09:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Exeter to Canterbury is £18 on 23/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Exeter and Canterbury

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Exeter to Canterbury. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Exeter and Canterbury.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 coaches from Exeter to Canterbury, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Exeter and Canterbury, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Exeter to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Exeter to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Exeter to Canterbury starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus	£18
Fastest Bus	7h 25m
Earliest Coach	02:05
Latest Coach	16:45
Daily Bus Connections	5 Ø
Distance	328.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Exeter to Canterbury

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Exeter for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£21

Monday 23/03

£18

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£18

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£20

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£21

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

£20

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£28

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

Monday 06/04

£30

Tuesday 07/04

£20

Wednesday 08/04

£21

Thursday 09/04

£20

Friday 10/04

£24

Saturday 11/04

£21

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Exeter to Canterbury

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

With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Exeter to Canterbury. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Exeter to Canterbury, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

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

Beloved bus companies from Exeter to Canterbury

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

National Express from Exeter to Canterbury

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

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	7h 25m
Earliest Coach	02:05
Last Coach	16:45
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	20/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Exeter and Canterbury

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

Coach Station

Bampfylde Street

Honiton Road

Honiton Rd

Sidwell Street

Sidwell St

Sowton Park and Ride

Racecourse

A38

Coach Station

Gravel Walk 14

Park and Ride

New Dover Road

University of Kent

University Road

East Station

West Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Exeter to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the Exeter to Canterbury bus

How much does a Exeter - Canterbury coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Exeter - Canterbury bus trip is available from £18 and takes 8h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Exeter to Canterbury is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £45. 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 Exeter - Canterbury route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Exeter to Canterbury 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 Canterbury from Exeter take?

The quickest coach from Exeter to Canterbury is provided by National Express and takes 7h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £34. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Exeter to Canterbury?

The earliest bus to Canterbury departs from Exeter at 02:05. 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 Exeter to Canterbury?

The latest bus to Canterbury departs from Exeter at 16:45. 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 Exeter - Canterbury route?

Passengers looking to travel from Exeter 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 Exeter and Canterbury?

You can check all the direct connections between Exeter 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 Exeter?

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 Exeter 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 Exeter 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 Exeter to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Exeter and to Canterbury

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