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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Canterbury to Middlesbrough. Traveling by coach from Canterbury to Middlesbrough usually takes around 10 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 247 mi (398 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £27.03 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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What coach companies travel from Canterbury to Middlesbrough?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Middlesbrough. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 10h 10m | £28.40 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 247 miles from Canterbury to Middlesbrough. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Canterbury to Middlesbrough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Canterbury to Middlesbrough every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Canterbury to Middlesbrough; ticket prices start at £177.01.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city centre, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express coach.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Canterbury?
Main departure station: University of Kent - Bus Stop
Canterbury has two coach stations with service to Middlesbrough.
All coach stations in Canterbury:
University of Kent - Bus Stop
Canterburry Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Middlesbrough?
Main arrival station: Middlesbrough Bus Station
All coaches from Canterbury arrive at one main station in Middlesbrough.
Coach stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Bus Station
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