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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Eltham | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Margate
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Margate. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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According to customer reviews, the journey was generally pleasant with friendly and helpful drivers. However, some customers mentioned that it would have been better if the driver had notified them about upcoming stops, especially for those who were unfamiliar with the area.
National Express London Margate recent customer reviews
Honestly I could not fault NE first time I’ve traveled with them lovely drivers both ways and extremely punctual
Jacqueline B.
Bus was delayed because the driver needed a break. How was this not something that was accounted for? I understand things go wrong, but there was no explanation of why
Simon B.
Coach was a bit late but overall a fabulous journey. Helpful and friendly drover
Megan N.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Margate
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Margate?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Margate start from £8. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Margate?
The average bus journey time from London to Margate is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 65 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Margate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 72 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Margate?
The earliest bus departs from London to Margate at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Margate?
A bus journey from London to Margate produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Margate was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Margate as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £26 for a bus ticket from London to Margate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-02-17.
