How much is the bus ticket from Dover to Canterbury?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dover to Canterbury start from $12. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dover to Canterbury?

The average bus travel time from Dover to Canterbury is 55m, covering a distance of 21 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Dover to Canterbury route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dover to Canterbury?

The earliest bus departs from Dover to Canterbury at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dover to Canterbury?

A bus trip from Dover to Canterbury generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 2m	6:17am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 2m	6:17am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 2m	6:17am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 5m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 2m	6:17am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	9h 15m	10:35pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Next departures for Dover to Canterbury on March 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	7h 25m	9:15pm	Canterbury Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	1h 3m	5:38am	University of Kent, Keynes College	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:05 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dover to Canterbury

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

55mAverage Duration

21 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $18	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dover and Canterbury?

Stops in Dover

A
Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station
23 Pencester Road, Dover CT16 1BS
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B
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK
C
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK
D
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK

Stops in Canterbury

A
Canterbury
1 High Street, Canterbury, CT1 2JH, United Kingdom
B
Canterbury Bus Station
253 St George's Ln, Canterbury CT1, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29875 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $12

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Canterbury by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Dover to Canterbury?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dover to Canterbury start from $12. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dover to Canterbury?
The average bus travel time from Dover to Canterbury is 55m, covering a distance of 21 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Dover to Canterbury route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dover to Canterbury?
The earliest bus departs from Dover to Canterbury at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dover to Canterbury?
A bus trip from Dover to Canterbury generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03-10

$10

03-11

$10

Today

$10

03-13

$12

03-14

$12

03-15

$12

03-16

$12

03-17

$12

The cheapest trip from Dover to Canterbury was searched and found on Mar 12, 2026 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dover to Canterbury, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $85 for a bus ticket from Dover to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-03-14.