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Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet Bus Schedule
Bus from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet. Traveling by bus from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet usually takes around 3 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 57 mi (92 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $34.91 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet. 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 | 8 | 3h 24m | $41.59 |
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 about traveling by bus from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 57 miles from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 50 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 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Canterbury to Stansted Mountfitchet, 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 Canterbury?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Canterburry Bus Station
Canterbury Bus Station is a large space on St George's Lane along the south side of Whitefriars Centre, a shopping mall. Local buses and long-distance National Express coaches stop in the station's many bus bays to pick up passengers. Although the station is outdoors, there are shelters near each bay, and in the area, you can find hotels, hostels, cafes, and fast-food restaurants for some refreshments or a warmer waiting area. The bus station is about a half-mile from the town center, so most of Canterbury is within about a ten-minute walk from the bus station.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
University of Kent - Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Stansted Mountfitchet?
Main arrival station: Stansed Airport London (STN)
All buses from Canterbury arrive at one main station in Stansted Mountfitchet.
All bus stations in Stansted Mountfitchet:
Stansed Airport London (STN)
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