Bus 43 Timetable: Canterbury to Sandwich ⎻ Overview
EK Stagecoach operates the 43 service, with a timetable valid from December 28, 2025. A downloadable PDF provides comprehensive details for journeys between Canterbury and Sandwich.
The 43 bus route, operated by EK Stagecoach in East Kent, provides a crucial link between Canterbury and Sandwich. This service caters to commuters, tourists, and local residents alike, offering frequent departures throughout the day. A detailed timetable, available as a PDF document, ensures passengers can plan their journeys effectively. The current timetable is valid from December 28th, 2025, and continues until further notice. Key stops include Littlebourne, Wingham, and Ash, facilitating connections to surrounding villages. The PDF provides precise timings for each location.
Operator Information: EK Stagecoach in East Kent
EK Stagecoach in East Kent is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the 43 bus service connecting Canterbury and Sandwich. They are committed to providing a reliable and accessible transport option for the local community. The complete and up-to-date timetable, conveniently available as a PDF download, reflects their dedication to passenger information. For any inquiries regarding the service, including accessibility needs or potential disruptions, passengers can directly contact Stagecoach East Kent. The PDF details the current validity period.
Timetable Validity: December 28, 2025 ⎻ Ongoing
This Bus 43 timetable, readily accessible as a PDF document, is currently valid from December 28th, 2025, and will remain in effect until further notice is given by EK Stagecoach in East Kent. Passengers are encouraged to regularly check for updates, as schedules are subject to change. The PDF provides the most current departure and arrival times for travel between Canterbury and Sandwich, ensuring accurate journey planning. Always refer to the latest version for reliable information.
Canterbury to Sandwich ー Morning Schedule
Morning departures from Canterbury Bus Station begin at 06:46, continuing every 30-60 minutes until 09:16, as detailed in the PDF timetable.
06:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 43 service commences its journey towards Sandwich at 06:46 from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3); Passengers can expect to arrive at Littlebourne, The Maltings by 06:55, followed by Wingham, Church at 06:59.
Continuing onward, the bus reaches Wingham, The Anchor at 07:01 and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 07:08, ultimately arriving at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 07:18. Refer to the complete PDF timetable for precise details.
07:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
A second 43 service departs Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) at 07:46, heading towards Sandwich. Littlebourne, The Maltings is scheduled for arrival at 07:55, with Wingham, Church anticipated at 07:59.
The journey continues to Wingham, The Anchor at 08:01, then Ash, The Chequer Inn at 08:08, culminating in an 08:18 arrival at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A). Consult the full PDF timetable for comprehensive timings and potential updates.
08:16 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 43 service leaves Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) at 08:16, continuing towards Sandwich. Passengers can expect to arrive at Littlebourne, The Maltings around 08:27, followed by Wingham, Church at 08:32.
Further stops include Wingham, The Anchor at 08:34 and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 08:42, before reaching Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 08:52. Refer to the complete PDF timetable for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
08:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 43 bus departs Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) at 08:46, heading towards Sandwich. Anticipated arrival at Littlebourne, The Maltings is approximately 08:57. The journey continues to Wingham, Church, expected around 09:02, and then Wingham, The Anchor at 09:04.
Passengers can then expect to arrive at Ash, The Chequer Inn at 09:12, and finally Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 09:22. Consult the full PDF timetable for precise timings and potential service updates.
09:16 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 43 service leaves Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) at 09:16, progressing towards Sandwich. Arrival at Littlebourne, The Maltings is scheduled for 09:27. Continuing onward, the bus is expected at Wingham, Church around 09:32, followed by Wingham, The Anchor at 09:34.
Further stops include Ash, The Chequer Inn at 09:42, and concluding at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 09:52. For complete details and potential changes, please refer to the official PDF timetable.
Key Stops & Times ー Canterbury to Littlebourne
Departing Canterbury Bus Station, the 43 service reaches Littlebourne, The Maltings in approximately nine minutes, as detailed in the PDF timetable.
Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) ⎻ Departure Times
The 43 service frequently departs from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) throughout the day. Morning departures begin at 06:46, followed by services at 07:46, 08:16, 08:46, and 09:16.
Afternoon services commence at 12:46, continuing with departures at 13:16, 13:46, 14:16, and 14:46. This detailed schedule, available in the PDF timetable, ensures convenient travel options towards Sandwich. Further departures continue into the evening.
Littlebourne, The Maltings ー Arrival Times
Passengers travelling from Canterbury can expect to arrive at Littlebourne, The Maltings at various times throughout the day. Morning services arrive at 06:55, 07:55, 08:27, 08:57, and 09:27.
The afternoon schedule shows arrivals at 12:57, 13:27, 13:57, 14:27, and 14:57. Detailed timings are readily available within the comprehensive PDF timetable, facilitating easy journey planning for commuters and travellers heading towards Wingham and Sandwich.
Key Stops & Times ⎻ Littlebourne to Wingham
The 43 service reaches Wingham, Church from Littlebourne, with arrival times detailed in the PDF timetable; expect journeys around 06:59 and 13:02.
Wingham, Church ⎻ Arrival Times
Wingham, Church is a key stop on the 43 route, served frequently throughout the day. According to the PDF timetable, morning arrivals commence at 06:59, followed by services at 07:59, 08:32, and 09:02.
The afternoon schedule shows arrivals at 13:02, 13:32, 14:02, and continuing with regular intervals until 18:02. Passengers should consult the full PDF for precise timings and potential variations, ensuring a smooth connection on their journey.
Wingham, The Anchor ⎻ Arrival Times
Wingham, The Anchor benefits from consistent service from the 43 bus. The PDF timetable details morning arrivals starting at 07:01, with subsequent services at 08:01, 08:34, and 09:04. This provides convenient options for commuters and travelers alike.
Afternoon services arrive at 13:04, 13:34, 14:04, and continue at regular intervals up to 18:04. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, passengers are encouraged to review the complete PDF timetable available online.
Key Stops & Times ⎻ Wingham to Sandwich
The PDF timetable outlines arrival times at Ash, The Chequer Inn, Sandwich, Guildhall, and Sandwich, Discovery Park, facilitating travel planning.
Ash, The Chequer Inn ⎻ Arrival Times
According to the Stagecoach PDF timetable, the 43 bus service arrives at Ash, The Chequer Inn at various times throughout the day. Morning services arrive at 07:08, 08:08, 08:42, 09:12, and 09:42. Afternoon arrivals are scheduled for 10:12, 10:42, 11:12, 11:42, 12:12, and 12:42.
Later afternoon services reach The Chequer Inn at 13:12, 13:42, 14:12, 14:42, 15:12, 15:42, 16:12, 16:42, 17:12, 17:42, and finally 18:12. Passengers should consult the full PDF for complete details.
Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) ⎻ Arrival & Departure
The Stagecoach PDF timetable details frequent stops at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A). Morning arrivals occur at 07:18, 08:18, 08:52, 09:22, 09:52, 10:22, 10:52, 11:22, 11:52, and 12:22, with a 12:52 arrival as well. Departures from this stop are noted at 08:54, 09:54, 10:54, 11:54, and 12:54.
Afternoon services arrive at 13:22, 13:52, 14:22, 14:52, 15:22, 15:52, 16:22, 16:52, 17:22, 17:52, and 18:22. A 13:54 and 14:54 departure are scheduled, alongside 15:54, 16:54, 17:54 departures.
Sandwich, Discovery Park ー Arrival Times
According to the Stagecoach PDF timetable, Sandwich, Discovery Park receives services from the 43 bus throughout the day. Morning arrivals are scheduled at approximately 09:00 and 10:00, followed by an 11:00 arrival. A further arrival is noted for 12:00, and a 13:00 arrival completes the morning schedule.
The timetable indicates consistent service, ensuring connectivity to Discovery Park. Please consult the full PDF for precise timings and potential variations.
Canterbury to Sandwich ⎻ Afternoon Schedule
The 43 service offers frequent afternoon departures from Canterbury Bus Station, beginning at 12:46 and continuing hourly until 17:46, as detailed in the PDF.
12:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 12:46 departure from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) initiates the afternoon service. Passengers can expect arrival at Littlebourne, The Maltings at 12:57, followed by Wingham, Church at 13:02.
Continuing onward, the bus reaches Wingham, The Anchor at 13:04, and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 13:12. Finally, it arrives at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 13:22, as per the official PDF timetable.
13:16 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 13:16 service from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) marks another afternoon connection. Arrival at Littlebourne, The Maltings is scheduled for 13:27, progressing to Wingham, Church at 13:32.
The journey continues with a stop at Wingham, The Anchor at 13:34, and then Ash, The Chequer Inn at 13:42. The Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) arrival is slated for 13:52, as detailed in the official PDF timetable.
13:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 13:46 departure from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) offers another convenient afternoon option. Passengers can expect to reach Littlebourne, The Maltings by 13:57, followed by Wingham, Church at 14:02.
Continuing onward, the bus arrives at Wingham, The Anchor at 14:04, and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 14:12. Finally, it reaches Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 14:22, as confirmed in the comprehensive PDF timetable available online.
14:16 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 14:16 service from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) provides a mid-afternoon travel opportunity. Reaching Littlebourne, The Maltings is scheduled for 14:27, progressing to Wingham, Church at 14:32.
The journey continues with arrival at Wingham, The Anchor at 14:34, and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 14:42. The Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) arrival is slated for 14:52, as detailed within the official PDF timetable accessible online.
14:46 Departure from Canterbury Bus Station
The 14:46 departure from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) offers another afternoon connection. Passengers can anticipate arriving at Littlebourne, The Maltings around 14:57, followed by Wingham, Church at 15:02.
Continuing onward, the bus is expected at Wingham, The Anchor by 15:04, and Ash, The Chequer Inn at 15:12. Detailed timings, including arrival at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 15:22, are available in the comprehensive PDF timetable.
Detailed Stop Timings ⎻ Afternoon Service
The PDF timetable provides precise arrival times for afternoon journeys, including Littlebourne at 12:57, Wingham, and Sandwich stops for convenient planning.
Littlebourne, The Maltings ー Afternoon Arrival Times
Littlebourne, The Maltings is a key stop on the 43 route, experiencing frequent service throughout the afternoon. According to the PDF timetable, buses arrive at 12:57, 13:27, 13:57, 14:27, 14:57, 15:27, 15:57, 16:27, 16:57, and 17:27, and finally at 17:57.
Passengers travelling from Canterbury towards Sandwich can reliably expect these arrival times when planning their onward journeys. Checking the full PDF is recommended for the most up-to-date information.
Wingham, Church ⎻ Afternoon Arrival Times
Wingham Church serves as a convenient stop on the 43 bus route during afternoon service. The PDF timetable details arrivals at 13:02, 13:32, 14:02, 14:32, 15:02, 15:32, 16:02, 16:32, 17:02, 17:32, and 18:02.
Passengers connecting from Littlebourne or heading towards Sandwich can utilize these consistent arrival times. For precise planning and potential service updates, consulting the complete Stagecoach PDF timetable is always advised.
Wingham, The Anchor ⎻ Afternoon Arrival Times
The 43 bus arrives at Wingham, The Anchor consistently throughout the afternoon, as detailed in the official PDF timetable. Scheduled arrival times include 13:04, 13:34, 14:04, 14:34, 15:04, 15:34, 16:04, 16:34, 17:04, 17:34, and 18:04.
This stop is ideal for those travelling between Wingham and surrounding areas. Passengers should refer to the complete Stagecoach PDF for the most up-to-date information and any potential service alterations.
Sandwich Stop Information
Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) and Discovery Park are key stops; the PDF timetable details arrival and departure times for the 43 service.
Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) ⎻ Afternoon Arrival & Departure
The 43 service arrives at Sandwich, Guildhall (Stop A) at 13:22, 13:52, 14:22, 14:52, 15:22, 15:52, 16:22, 16:52, 17:22, 17:52, and 18:22.
Departures from the same stop are noted as 13:54, 14:54, 15:54, 16:54, and 17:54, according to the PDF timetable provided by EK Stagecoach.
Please consult the full PDF for complete details and potential variations.
Sandwich, Discovery Park ⎻ Afternoon Arrival Times
According to the EK Stagecoach PDF timetable, the 43 service arrives at Sandwich, Discovery Park at approximately 13:00. However, the provided data is incomplete, showing “….” for several arrival times.
Further afternoon arrival times are listed as 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, and 17:00, but gaps remain in the schedule.
For a complete and accurate listing, please refer to the official PDF document;
Important Notes & Considerations
The Stagecoach timetable is subject to change; always check for updates. Service disruptions may occur, so utilize real-time information for accurate travel planning.
Timetable Accuracy & Potential Changes
While EK Stagecoach strives for timetable accuracy, unforeseen circumstances like traffic congestion or roadworks can impact service punctuality. This timetable, valid from December 28, 2025, is subject to alterations without prior notice. Passengers are advised to check the Stagecoach website or app for the most up-to-date information before commencing their journey. Downloading the PDF timetable offers a convenient reference, but real-time updates should always be prioritized for reliable travel planning between Canterbury and Sandwich.
Service Disruptions & Real-Time Updates
Unexpected events can cause disruptions to the Bus 43 service between Canterbury and Sandwich. For immediate updates regarding delays, cancellations, or route diversions, passengers should utilize the Stagecoach Bus Checker app or visit their website. These platforms provide real-time tracking information. While the downloadable PDF timetable offers a scheduled overview, it’s crucial to confirm service status before travel, especially during peak hours or adverse weather conditions, ensuring a smoother journey.
Contact Information for Stagecoach East Kent
For inquiries regarding the Bus 43 timetable, fares, or any service-related questions concerning travel between Canterbury and Sandwich, passengers can contact Stagecoach East Kent. While the PDF timetable provides scheduled information, direct communication is best for specific concerns. Visit the Stagecoach website for contact details, including phone numbers and email addresses. Customer service representatives are available to assist with journey planning and address any issues encountered during travel.
Accessibility Information for the 43 Bus
Stagecoach East Kent is committed to providing accessible transportation on the 43 service between Canterbury and Sandwich. While the PDF timetable doesn’t detail accessibility features, buses are generally equipped to accommodate passengers with disabilities. This includes low-floor access, wheelchair spaces, and audio-visual announcements. Passengers requiring assistance are encouraged to pre-plan their journey and contact Stagecoach directly to discuss specific needs and ensure a comfortable travel experience.
Downloading the Full Timetable
The complete Bus 43 timetable is available as a PDF document online via the Stagecoach website, for convenient offline access and planning.
Accessing the PDF Timetable Online
Stagecoach East Kent provides a readily accessible PDF version of the Bus 43 timetable on their website. You can find it directly through this link: XFAO044.pdf.
This document, last published on February 12, 2026, details all departure and arrival times between Canterbury and Sandwich. It’s a convenient way to view the schedule without needing dedicated software, ensuring you have the latest information for your journey.
Saving the Timetable for Offline Use
To ensure access even without an internet connection, download the Bus 43 timetable PDF from the Stagecoach website (XFAO044.pdf).
Most web browsers and PDF reader applications allow saving the file directly to your device. This is particularly useful for travel where data access is limited or unreliable, guaranteeing you always have the current schedule for planning your trip between Canterbury and Sandwich.
Understanding the PDF Document Layout
The Bus 43 timetable PDF (XFAO044.pdf) is structured with clear departure times from Canterbury Bus Station (Bay D3) listed chronologically.
Each entry details arrival times at key stops like Littlebourne, Wingham, Ash, and Sandwich (Guildhall & Discovery Park). Separate sections cover morning and afternoon schedules, operated by EK Stagecoach. Review the document carefully to identify the most convenient services for your journey.
Alternative Transportation Options
Train services offer another route to Sandwich, while readily available local taxi companies provide door-to-door transport as convenient alternatives.
Train Services to Sandwich
Train travel presents a viable alternative to the Bus 43 service for reaching Sandwich from Canterbury and beyond. Southeastern Railway operates services to Sandwich station, though connections may require changes at Canterbury West or Deal.
Journey times vary depending on the route and connections, typically ranging from approximately 30 minutes to over an hour. Passengers should consult the Southeastern Railway website or National Rail Enquiries for the most up-to-date schedules and ticket information. Consider this option when planning your trip!
Local Taxi Services
Local taxi companies offer a convenient, though potentially more expensive, alternative to the Bus 43 for travel between Sandwich and Canterbury. Several firms operate in the area, providing door-to-door service and greater flexibility.
Pre-booking is recommended, especially during peak hours or for longer journeys. Expect fares to be significantly higher than the bus fare, varying based on distance and time of day. Research local providers online or via phone directories to compare rates and availability before your trip.
Future Timetable Updates
For the most current Bus 43 schedule, regularly check the Stagecoach website or download the latest PDF timetable for revisions.
Checking for Revised Schedules
Stagecoach East Kent frequently updates the Bus 43 timetable, so consistent checking is crucial for accurate travel planning. The official source for the most up-to-date information is the Stagecoach website, where the latest PDF version of the timetable is always available for download.
Regularly visiting this online resource – specifically the link to the XFAO044 timetable – ensures you have the current departure and arrival times for journeys between Canterbury and Sandwich. Be proactive in verifying schedules before your trip!
Staying Informed About Service Changes
To remain aware of any alterations to the Bus 43 service, beyond checking the PDF timetable, utilize Stagecoach’s real-time updates and service disruption notifications. Sign up for email alerts or follow Stagecoach East Kent on social media platforms for immediate announcements regarding delays, diversions, or cancellations.
These channels provide crucial information impacting travel between Canterbury and Sandwich, ensuring you’re prepared for unexpected changes and can adjust your plans accordingly. Proactive monitoring minimizes potential disruptions.
