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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Margate to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Canterbury will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Margate for Canterbury every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest buses will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX02211:510h54Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court12:45Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes- NX0226:340h51Cliftonville, Northdown Road7:25Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX02211:490h56Cliftonville, Northdown Road12:45Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX0226:360h49Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court7:25Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX0226:360h49Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court7:25Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX0226:340h51Cliftonville, Northdown Road7:25Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX02211:510h54Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court12:45Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- NX02211:490h56Cliftonville, Northdown Road12:45Canterbury, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Margate to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 24 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Margate to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Canterbury coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX022 | 6:34 Cliftonville, Northdown Road | 0h51 | 7:25 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 6:36 Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court | 0h49 | 7:25 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 11:49 Cliftonville, Northdown Road | 0h56 | 12:45 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX022 | 11:51 Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court | 0h54 | 12:45 Canterbury, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Margate to Canterbury
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Buses from Margate to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 35m.
Distance 24 km |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 0:18 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Margate to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Margate to Canterbury with National Express, Stagecoach South East for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Stagecoach South East
FAQs: Margate to Canterbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Canterbury
Most Margate to Canterbury buses use the Margate, Marine Terrace to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury, University Of Kent. Use this guide to compare Margate and Canterbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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
Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre
Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
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