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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Reading to Canterbury from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from £28
tomorrow
from £28
Monday
from £26
Tuesday
from £28
Wednesday
Thursday
from £28
Friday
from £28

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 45m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:00
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 50m
    0
    15:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    20:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 35m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:05
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 35m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 45m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:00
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 50m
    0
    15:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    20:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:05
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 0m
    0
    15:35
    Reading
    20:35
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 35m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    17:05
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 30m
    0
    15:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 15m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 0m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:55
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 30m
    0
    15:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:05
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 0m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:55
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 15m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 35m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:25
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:20
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 50m
    0
    15:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    20:35
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 55m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:20
    Canterbury
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Canterbury via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 55m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      2h 15m
      0
      20:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:15
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £16

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Canterbury

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Canterbury are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Reading to Canterbury. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Reading and Canterbury.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 coaches from Reading to Canterbury, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Canterbury, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Canterbury

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Reading to Canterbury in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Canterbury starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 4h 35m
Earliest Coach 11:25
Latest Coach 17:50
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 143.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Canterbury

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Canterbury: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/10/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 30/09
Tuesday 01/10
Wednesday 02/10
Thursday 03/10
Friday 04/10
Saturday 05/10
£28
Sunday 06/10
£28
Monday 07/10
£26
Tuesday 08/10
£28
Wednesday 09/10
Thursday 10/10
£28
Friday 11/10
£28
Saturday 12/10
Sunday 13/10
£28
Monday 14/10
Tuesday 15/10
Wednesday 16/10
Thursday 17/10
Friday 18/10
Saturday 19/10
Sunday 20/10
Monday 21/10
Tuesday 22/10
Wednesday 23/10
Thursday 24/10
£27
Friday 25/10
Saturday 26/10
Sunday 27/10

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Canterbury

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

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

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Canterbury

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

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Canterbury

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Canterbury

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

FAQs about the Reading to Canterbury bus

How much does a Reading - Canterbury coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Canterbury bus trip is available from £26 and takes 5h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Canterbury is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £30. 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 Reading - Canterbury route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Canterbury is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Canterbury from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Canterbury is provided by National Express and takes 4h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £28. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Canterbury?

The earliest bus to Canterbury departs from Reading at 11:25. 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 Reading to Canterbury?

The latest bus to Canterbury departs from Reading at 17:50. 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 Reading - Canterbury route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading 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 Reading and Canterbury?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Canterbury on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

Alternate transport types from Reading to Canterbury

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Reading to Canterbury for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Canterbury

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Reading to Canterbury for the next days.
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Save more than 0%
    3h 35m
    0
    04:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:10
    Canterbury
    East Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £63
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Save more than 0%
    2h 39m
    0
    04:55
    Reading
    Central Station
    07:34
    Canterbury
    West Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £64
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Save more than 0%
    2h 52m
    0
    05:48
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:40
    Canterbury
    East Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    First Class
    from £79

More bus routes to Reading and to Canterbury

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Reading 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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