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Penzance to Canterbury Bus Schedule
Bus from Penzance to Canterbury: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Penzance to Canterbury. Traveling by bus from Penzance to Canterbury usually takes around 13 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 300 mi (483 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $36.49 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Penzance to Canterbury?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Penzance to Canterbury. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 5 | 13h 49m | $43.11 |
Book National Express from Penzance to Canterbury from $36. There are 5 trips per day offered by National Express from Penzance to Canterbury and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Canterbury. In Penzance, National Express departs to Canterbury from Penzance Bus Station . In Canterbury, National Express arrives at Canterburry Bus Station .
An average trip on National Express from Penzance to Canterbury takes 13 hours and 49 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Canterbury in 12 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Canterbury.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Penzance to Canterbury
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 300 miles from Penzance to Canterbury. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 5 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.
Because many passengers travel from Penzance to Canterbury at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Canterbury, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Penzance 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 Penzance?
Main departure station: Penzance Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Penzance.
All bus stations in Penzance:
Penzance Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Canterbury?
Main arrival station: Canterburry Bus Station
All buses from Penzance arrive at one main station in Canterbury.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
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