How far is Canterbury from Margate by coach?

The distance between Margate and Canterbury by coach is approximately 15 miles (25 km).

What is the best way to go from Margate to Canterbury without a car?

You can travel to Canterbury from Margate by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Margate to Canterbury from £7 | Compare & Save up to 26%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Margate to Canterbury on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Margate Bus Stop (Stop B)	45m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:00	Margate Bus Stop (Stop B)	45m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:55	Margate Bus Stop (Stop B)	45m	16:40	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	15:55	Margate Bus Stop (Stop B)	45m	16:40	Canterbury bus station	No tags
Bus	11:49	Cliftonville Bus Stop (Holly Lane Post Office)	56m	12:45	Canterbury bus station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:16 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Margate 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 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

56mAverage duration

16 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £9	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £17	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29715 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 £9

National Express Margate Canterbury recent customer reviews

Not very good

Charlie C.

3 March 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Margate to Canterbury

How far is Canterbury from Margate by coach?
The distance between Margate and Canterbury by coach is approximately 15 miles (25 km).
What is the best way to go from Margate to Canterbury without a car?
You can travel to Canterbury from Margate by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£8

17/11

£8

Today

£8

19/11

£7

20/11

£8

21/11

£8

22/11

£8

23/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Margate to Canterbury was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £10 for a bus ticket from Margate to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-19.