🚌 Bus from Canterbury to Ashford
3 direct routes · about 39 min · first bus 08:23, last bus 16:23 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | Stagecoach South East | ~39 min | 8 | 08:23 | 16:23 | Bus Station (Bay B5) |
| 1A | Stagecoach South East | ~68 min | 2 | 17:20 | 18:30 | Bus Station (Bay B5) |
| 18A | Stagecoach South East | ~75 min | 1 | 16:15 | 16:15 | Bus Station (Bay C5) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Canterbury on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Canterbury to Ashford?
3 routes run directly from Canterbury to Ashford: the 1X (Stagecoach South East), the 1A (Stagecoach South East), the 18A (Stagecoach South East).
How long does the bus take from Canterbury to Ashford?
Around 39 minutes on the 1X, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Canterbury to Ashford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 1X) leaves around 08:23 and the last around 16:23. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Canterbury to Ashford?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.