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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Victoria Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Eltham | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Victoria Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Victoria Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Victoria Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Margate to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
According to 15 reviews, National Express received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 175
National Express Margate London recent customer reviews
the bus route was changed without me being notified so I could not use my ticket at all and also had to get a local bus to the train station and spend an extra £48.80 to get to where I was heading in london.
Philip L.
The coach was 30 minutes late. I missed my flight/connection.😕 I’m very angry now.
H B.
For your information I wan unable to travel due to my grand son being taken into hospital. I tried to cancel on line, but your web page is really bad
Carmenza M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate to London by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Margate to London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Margate to London start at R 175. The average price for this route is around R 281. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Margate to London?
The average bus journey time from Margate to London is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 102 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Margate to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Margate to London?
The earliest bus departs from Margate to London at 06:02. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Margate to London?
A bus trip from Margate to London produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Margate to London was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 252To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Margate to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 252 to R 562 for a bus ticket from Margate to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 252, which is on 2025-12-17.
