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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Whitstable Bus Stop (near Long Reach P.H.) | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Whitstable Bus Stop (near Long Reach P.H.) | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Whitstable Bus Stop (near Long Reach P.H.) | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Whitstable Bus Stop (near Long Reach P.H.) | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Whitstable Bus Stop (near Long Reach P.H.) | Margate Bus Stop (Stop A) | No tags |
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Get from Whitstable to Margate
The journey takes about 1 hour 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29883 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 £10
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Whitstable 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 Whitstable to Margate?
The cheapest coach tickets from Whitstable to Margate start from £10. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Whitstable to Margate?
The average bus journey time from Whitstable to Margate is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 18 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Whitstable to Margate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Whitstable to Margate?
The earliest bus departs from Whitstable to Margate at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Whitstable to Margate?
A bus journey from Whitstable to Margate produces an estimated 0.691375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Whitstable to Margate was searched and found on 13 Apr 2026 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Whitstable to Margate as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £13 for a bus ticket from Whitstable to Margate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-04-16.
