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Overview: Bus from Margate to Greenhithe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Margate to Greenhithe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest coach covers the 77 km distance in 1h 55m.
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 £14
Distance 77 km |
Average bus duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
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 £14
Frequently asked questions about your Margate to Greenhithe trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Margate to Greenhithe.
Cheap coach tickets from Margate to Greenhithe can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Margate to Greenhithe is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Margate to Greenhithe leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Margate to Greenhithe leaves at 23:37.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Margate to Greenhithe with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Why should you book Margate to Greenhithe coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Margate to Greenhithe.
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Bus providers: National Express from Margate to GreenhitheYou can travel by bus between Margate to Greenhithe with National Express for as low as £14. 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 National Express Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
£16
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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Margate and Greenhithe
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Margate to Greenhithe, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Greenhithe. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Margate and Greenhithe and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Margate to Greenhithe:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Margate to Greenhithe for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Margate to Greenhithe depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Margate to Greenhithe.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Margate to Greenhithe:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Margate to Greenhithe:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Margate to Greenhithe.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Margate to Greenhithe with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Margate to Greenhithe with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Margate to Greenhithe with the following coach company: National Express.
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Things to do in Greenhithe
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for south-east England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller UK towns, but Greenhithe can be cheaper than central London for stays and meals.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Margate to Greenhithe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to Greenhithe 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 Greenhithe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a coach between Margate and Greenhithe.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Greenhithe
Most Margate to Greenhithe buses use the Margate, Marine Terrace to Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Greenhithe bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Margate
Arrival bus stations in Greenhithe
Which Margate station do buses to Greenhithe leave from?
Buses from Margate to Greenhithe leave from Margate, Marine Terrace. The station is 1 km from Margate city centre at Margate, Station Approach, Margate CT9 5AD, UK.
Margate, Marine TerraceMargate, Station Approach, Margate CT9 5AD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Marine Terrace from Margate city centre
Bus35 · 7m
944, 8 · 10m · £3 · every ~4 min
Margate, Marine Terrace bus station facilities and services
Margate, Marine Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Margate, Marine Terrace. ATMs are available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate, Marine Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate, Marine Terrace: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court from Margate city centre
Bus69 · 9m · £3 · every ~2 min
Cliftonville, Northdown RoadNorthdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate CT9, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cliftonville, Northdown Road from Margate city centre
Cliftonville, Northdown Road is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus8A, 960 · 14m · £3 · every ~5 min
Cliftonville, Northdown Road bus station facilities and services
Cliftonville, Northdown Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road. ATMs are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Accessible for persons with mobility impairments.
Which Greenhithe station do buses from Margate arrive at?
Buses from Margate to Greenhithe arrive at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre. Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre is 2 km from Greenhithe city centre.
Dartford, Bluewater Shopping CentreDartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre), Dartford, Greenhithe DA9 9NR, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre from Greenhithe city centre
Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre is 1 km from Greenhithe city centre. Public transport options include:
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Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre bus station facilities and services
Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Various options available inside the shopping centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available inside the shopping centre. ATMs are located throughout the shopping centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre: Wheelchair accessible routes and facilities.
Bus stations for Margate to Greenhithe
Check bus stations information for Margate and Greenhithe, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
When departing from Margate , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Margate, Marine Terrace, Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court, Cliftonville, Northdown Road . When arriving in Greenhithe , you can end your route in coach stations like Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Margate, Marine Terrace, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, located 2 away from the city centre.
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