Leeds to Margate bus with National Express

Fri 05 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Margate

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

8 h 35 m

Average duration

8 h 52 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

334 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Margate will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.

Fast coaches

To travel from Leeds to Margate you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX426 · NX022
15:159h17
Leeds, Coach Station
00:32Cliftonville, Northdown Road
£371One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX022
15:159h15
Leeds, Coach Station
00:30Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court
£371One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX022
15:159h10
Leeds, Coach Station
00:25Margate, Marine Terrace
£371One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX022
08:309h20
Leeds, Coach Station
17:50Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court
£501One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX022
08:309h22
Leeds, Coach Station
17:52Cliftonville, Northdown Road
£501One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds to Margate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £64.

Distance: 334 km

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Most popular
Train

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

£105

Average Price

8h 33m

Average total duration

8h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 55m

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30m

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Live departures

Leeds to Margate bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Margate coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:20 Leeds
9h00
20:20 Margate0 changesdirect
national_express14:15 Leeds
9h10
23:25 Margate0 changesdirect
Saturday 6 December
national_expressNX465 · NX022
On time
00:30 Leeds, Coach Station
9h40
10:10 Margate, Marine Terrace		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
Delayed
09:50 08:30Leeds, Coach Station
9h20
17:50 Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
Delayed
09:50 08:30Leeds, Coach Station
9h22
17:52 Cliftonville, Northdown Road		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
Delayed
09:50 08:30Leeds, Coach Station
9h15
17:45 Margate, Marine Terrace		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
On time
15:15 Leeds, Coach Station
9h17
00:32 Cliftonville, Northdown Road		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
On time
15:15 Leeds, Coach Station
9h15
00:30 Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX022
On time
15:15 Leeds, Coach Station
9h10
00:25 Margate, Marine Terrace		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Margate

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Buses from Leeds to Margate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 334 km distance in 8h 35m.

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
Distance
334 km
Average bus duration
8h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
8h 35m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
19:45
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

Bus providers: National Express from Leeds to MargateYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Margate with National Express for as low as £27. 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
8h 35m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
6 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: Leeds to Margate coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Margate can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Margate is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Margate from Leeds is on average 8 h 35 min   for the 206 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Leeds to Margate by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leeds to Margate leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leeds to Margate leaves at 19: 15.
There are 4 coaches a day from Leeds to Margate which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Leeds to Margate coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Margate from Leeds as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Margate is October.
You have options as you can travel to Margate from Leeds 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Leeds to Margate has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Margate.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leeds to Margate.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Margate

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    Margate
    The major coach station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Coach Station for your trip from Leeds to Margate.
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