4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Margate
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Margate will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Cambridge to Margate you need to make at least one change.
NX491 · NX02211:508h17Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:07Cliftonville, Northdown Road£141One-way1 change- NX491 · NX02211:508h10Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:00Margate, Marine Terrace£141One-way1 change
- NX491 · NX02211:508h15Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:05Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court£141One-way1 change
- NX491 · NX02211:508h10Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:00Margate, Marine Terrace£141One-way1 change
- NX491 · NX02211:508h15Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:05Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court£141One-way1 change
- NX491 · NX02211:508h17Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)20:07Cliftonville, Northdown Road£141One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Margate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 126 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Margate bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Margate coaches for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 Cambridge | 6h00 | 16:50 Margate | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Margate
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Buses from Cambridge to Margate run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 08:05, the last at 20:32. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 8:05 |
Last bus 20:32 |
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FAQs: Cambridge to Margate coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Margate by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Margate
Most Cambridge to Margate buses use the Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) to Margate, Marine Terrace station pair, with some services arriving at Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Margate bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) from Cambridge city centre
Getting to Margate, Marine Terrace from Margate city centre
Getting to Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court from Margate city centre
Getting to Cliftonville, Northdown Road from Margate city centre
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