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Journey Information
There are 20 intercity coaches per day from Grimsby to Margate. Traveling by coach from Grimsby to Margate usually takes around 11 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 163 mi (262 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £35.74 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Grimsby to Margate?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Grimsby to Margate. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 20 | 12h 0m | £41.92 |
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 11 hours and 59 minutes to cover the 163 miles from Grimsby to Margate. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 10:00. To see the times for all coaches from Grimsby to Margate, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 20 scheduled coaches that travel from Grimsby to Margate every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Grimsby to Margate; ticket prices start at £54.58.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Grimsby?
Main departure station: Osborne St
Coaches to Margate leave from 3 stations in Grimsby.
All coach stations in Grimsby:
Osborne St
New Waltham
Holton le Clay
Where does the coach arrive in Margate?
Main arrival station: Marine Terrace
Coaches arrive in Margate at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Margate:
Marine Terrace
The Wheatsheaf Bus Stop
Holly Lane Post Office Bus Stop
Surrey Road Bus Stop, Cliftonville, Eastern Esplanade
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