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Canterbury to Margate Bus Schedule
Bus from Canterbury to Margate: Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Canterbury to Margate. Traveling by bus from Canterbury to Margate usually takes around 45 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €9.99 |
| Trips per day | 19 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Canterbury to Margate?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Margate. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 19 | 0h 46m | €10.06 |
Book National Express from Canterbury to Margate from €10. There are 19 National Express schedules from Canterbury to Margate and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Margate. In Canterbury, National Express departs to Margate from Canterburry Bus Station and 1 other station. In Margate, National Express arrives at Marine Terrace and 2 other stations.
An average trip on National Express from Canterbury to Margate takes 0 hours and 46 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Margate in 0 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 20 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Margate.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canterbury to Margate
The bus takes an average of 45 minutes to cover the 25 kilometers from Canterbury to Margate. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Margate. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Margate, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canterbury to Margate, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled buses that travel from Canterbury to Margate every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Canterbury to Margate without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Canterbury to Margate; ticket prices start at €6.46.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express bus.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Canterbury?
Main departure station: Canterburry Bus Station
Canterbury has two bus stations with service to Margate.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
University of Kent - Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Margate?
Main arrival station: Marine Terrace
Buses arrive in Margate at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Margate:
Marine Terrace
Holly Lane Post Office Bus Stop
The Wheatsheaf Bus Stop
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