How much is the bus ticket from Ramsgate to Canterbury?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ramsgate to Canterbury start at R 177. The average price for this route is around R 178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ramsgate to Canterbury?

The average bus journey time from Ramsgate to Canterbury is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 26 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Ramsgate to Canterbury route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ramsgate to Canterbury?

The earliest bus departs from Ramsgate to Canterbury at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ramsgate to Canterbury?

A bus trip from Ramsgate to Canterbury produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Ramsgate to Canterbury from R 147 | Compare & Save up to 38%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:05	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	16:10	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	55m	19:50	Canterbury bus station	Fastest
Bus	15:05	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	16:10	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	55m	19:50	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:00	Ramsgate Bus Stop (The Royal)	1h 10m	16:10	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	16:40	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	16:40	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	07:25	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	16:40	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 15m	07:30	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	15:20	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	55m	16:15	Canterbury bus station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 15m	07:30	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	09:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	10:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	09:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	10:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Next departures from Ramsgate to Canterbury on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	06:55	Canterbury bus station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	55m	19:50	Canterbury bus station	Fastest
Bus	05:50	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 5m	06:55	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	09:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	10:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	09:35	Ramsgate (Dumpton Park) Bus Stop (opp Racing Greyhound)	1h 10m	10:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ramsgate to Canterbury

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

26 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 177 - R 188	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 195 - R 286	Average duration23m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 769 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29769 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 177

National Express Ramsgate Canterbury recent customer reviews

Excellent service driver very helpful and very polite. Journey very comfortable.

Jennifer B.

21 December 2022

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ramsgate to Canterbury by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Ramsgate to Canterbury?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ramsgate to Canterbury start at R 177. The average price for this route is around R 178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ramsgate to Canterbury?
The average bus journey time from Ramsgate to Canterbury is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 26 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Ramsgate to Canterbury route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ramsgate to Canterbury?
The earliest bus departs from Ramsgate to Canterbury at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ramsgate to Canterbury?
A bus trip from Ramsgate to Canterbury produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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R 147

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R 147

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R 147

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R 147

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R 148

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R 147

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R 148

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R 147

The cheapest trip from Ramsgate to Canterbury was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 147

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ramsgate to Canterbury as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 147 to R 209 for a bus ticket from Ramsgate to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 147, which is on 2025-12-20.