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London - Margate Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 33 intercity coaches per day from London to Margate. Traveling by coach from London to Margate usually takes around 3 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours,

Distance66 mi (106 km)
Shortest duration2h 0m
Cheapest price£13.49
Trips per day24
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines1

How much is a coach ticket from London to Margate?

£13.49 is the average price of a bus ticket from London to Margate. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from London to Margate, mark your calendar for June. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £13. However, taking the bus from London to Margate during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £17. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 20 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £4.38 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from London to Margate?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from London to Margate. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express333h 25m£15.24
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 66 miles from London to Margate. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from London to Margate for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."

The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from London to Margate, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 33 scheduled coaches that travel from London to Margate every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 24 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from London to Margate; ticket prices start at £39.84.

City Information

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in London?

Main departure station: Elephant and Castle

Coaches to Margate leave from 13 stations in London.

All coach stations in London:

  • Elephant and Castle

  • London Victoria

  • London Marble Arch (Stop S)

  • Dunton Rd (Stop WN)

  • London New Cross Gate

  • Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue

  • London Stratford Also for Westfield

  • Paddington Rail Station

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • Hammersmith Bus Station (Stop D)

  • Ealing Broadway

  • Dean Gardens / Bedford Rd (Stop R)

  • Hanwell Broadway (Stop J)

Where does the coach arrive in Margate?

Main arrival station: Marine Terrace

Coaches arrive in Margate at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Margate:

  • Marine Terrace

  • Holly Lane Post Office Bus Stop

  • The Wheatsheaf Bus Stop

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