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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Calais to Canterbury. Traveling by bus from Calais to Canterbury usually takes around 2 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Eurolines France bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 41 mi (66 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $29.59 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Eurolines France |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Calais to Canterbury?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Calais to Canterbury. Eurolines France is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eurolines France | 2 | 2h 53m | $29.59 |
Book Eurolines France from Calais to Canterbury from $30. There are 2 trips per day offered by Eurolines France from Calais to Canterbury and you can expect on average to pay for a Eurolines France ticket to Canterbury. In Calais, Eurolines France departs to Canterbury from Calais Terminal Ferry . In Canterbury, Eurolines France arrives at Canterburry Bus Station .
An average trip on Eurolines France from Calais to Canterbury takes 2 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available Eurolines France trip will get you to Canterbury in 2 hours and 40 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 41 miles from Calais to Canterbury. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00am. To see the times for all buses from Calais to Canterbury, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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 Calais?
Main departure station: Calais Terminal Ferry
Most buses depart from the main station in Calais.
All bus stations in Calais:
Calais Terminal Ferry
Where does the bus arrive in Canterbury?
Main arrival station: Canterburry Bus Station
All buses from Calais arrive at one main station in Canterbury.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
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