Dartford to Margate bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Dartford to Margate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 81 km

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£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 35m

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30m

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Live departures

Dartford to Margate bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Margate coaches for today, Wednesday 31 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express17:05 Dartford
1h55
19:00 Margate0 changesdirect
national_express20:45 Dartford
1h45
22:30 Margate0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dartford to Margate

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Buses from Dartford to Margate run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by train.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:04, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13
Distance
81 km
Average bus duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 40m
First bus
06:04
Last bus
22:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13

Bus providers: National Express from Dartford to MargateYou can travel by bus between Dartford to Margate with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Dartford to Margate coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dartford to Margate can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dartford to Margate is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Dartford to Margate is 1 h 40 min   to travel the 50 mile long journey, with around there are 8 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Dartford to Margate leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Dartford to Margate leaves at 23: 35.
There are 8 coaches a day from Dartford to Margate which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Dartford to Margate you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Margate from Dartford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Margate from Dartford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Dartford to Margate by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel between Dartford and Margate 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Dartford to Margate has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Dartford to Margate.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Dartford to Margate.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Dartford to Margate.
    No, luggage for the coach from Dartford to Margate needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Dartford to Margate.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dartford to Margate.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Dartford to Margate.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Dartford to Margate.

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