4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
2
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 £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Margate for Canterbury every day 2 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 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. 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 £6, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 24 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m 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 today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 Margate | 0h45 | 09:45 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Margate | 0h50 | 15:30 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Margate | 0h48 | 19:03 Canterbury | 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 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 40m.
Distance 24 km |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, located 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Canterbury
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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