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Canterbury to Guildford Bus Schedule
Bus from Canterbury to Guildford: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Canterbury to Guildford. Traveling by bus from Canterbury to Guildford usually takes around 4 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (115 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $19.08 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Canterbury to Guildford?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Guildford. 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 | 4h 57m | $32.03 |
Book National Express from Canterbury to Guildford from $19. There are 5 trips per day offered by National Express from Canterbury to Guildford and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Guildford. In Canterbury, National Express departs to Guildford from Canterburry Bus Station . In Guildford, National Express arrives at Park Barn - Egerton Rd .
An average trip on National Express from Canterbury to Guildford takes 4 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Guildford in 4 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Guildford.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canterbury to Guildford
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 71 miles from Canterbury to Guildford. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 10 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 Guildford, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canterbury to Guildford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Canterbury to Guildford 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 Canterbury to Guildford; ticket prices start at $64.32.
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?
Main departure station: Canterburry Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Canterbury.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Guildford?
Main arrival station: Park Barn - Egerton Rd
All buses from Canterbury arrive at one main station in Guildford.
All bus stations in Guildford:
Park Barn - Egerton Rd
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