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Luton to Canterbury bus

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Journey Information

There are 16 intercity buses per day from Luton to Canterbury. Traveling by bus from Luton to Canterbury usually takes around 5 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance76 mi (123 km)
Shortest duration4h 15m
Cheapest price€33.29
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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Price trends for buses from Luton to Canterbury

Monthly average prices

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What bus companies travel from Luton to Canterbury?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to Canterbury. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express165h 2m€34.28
  • 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 bus takes an average of 5 hours to cover the 123 kilometers from Luton to Canterbury. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 bus leaves at 04:00 and the last bus leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all buses from Luton to Canterbury, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 16 scheduled buses that travel from Luton to Canterbury every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Luton to Canterbury; ticket prices start at €37.78.

City Information

Luton

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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.

To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.

Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.

Canterbury

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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, 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 bus.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Luton?

Main departure station: Luton Station Interchange

Luton has two bus stations with service to Canterbury.

All bus stations in Luton:

  • Luton Station Interchange

  • Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station

Where does the bus arrive in Canterbury?

Main arrival station: University of Kent - Bus Stop

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Canterbury.

Bus stations in Canterbury:

  • University of Kent - Bus Stop

  • Canterburry Bus Station

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