Margate to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 23 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Margate to London will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Margate for London 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 106 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.

National Express
11:003h20
Margate
14:20London
£141One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:553h25
Margate
18:20London
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Margate to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 106 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£29

Average Price

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Margate to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express05:45 Margate
3h35
09:20 London0 changesdirect
national_express14:55 Margate
3h25
18:20 London0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Margate to London

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Buses from Margate to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
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
106 km
Average bus duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:50
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, Megabus from Margate to LondonYou can travel by bus between Margate to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. 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
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£9
National Express frequency
7 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Buses from Margate to London

Anyone travelling by bus from Margate to London will have plenty of journeys to choose from. Every day, National Express runs seven direct buses from the town's Marine Terrace bus stop to London Victoria Coach Station. Buses start early in the morning just before 6 a.m., and continue with morning, afternoon and early evening departures. The journey time varies from 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes, so checking the schedule beforehand is advised to avoid any delays. Any passengers needing to get to South London can also take indirect buses to Sutton, all of which travel via London Victoria Coach Station.

Taking the Bus from Margate

National Express coaches depart from Margate's Marine Terrace, found along the Margate seafront in front of Dreamland. The stop can be reached on foot from all of central Margate and is also located very close to Margate Train Station. All Margate bus services stop in the town centre, many stopping very close to Marine Terrace at either the Train Station or Cecil Square. Passengers departing on the earliest coach can use a local taxi service to reach Marine Terrace.

Getting into London by Bus

Those arriving in the exciting city of London will be struck by the contrast of elegant historic buildings and stark modern landmarks. Buses from Margate terminate at London Victoria Coach Station, a major transport hub located to the southwest of central London. A number of public buses serve Victoria Station heading to all parts of the city, whilst those wishing to use the underground service can make the short five-minute walk to London Victoria Tube Station. The West End and The City are a short ten and fifteen-minute​ journeys respectively from London Victoria Tube Station. Those arriving at night will find a choice of night buses are available from the coach station serving the whole city. Taxis are also available from London Victoria.

FAQs: Margate to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Margate to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Margate to London.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Margate to London can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Margate to London is £16; 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 Margate to London is 2 h 35 min   to travel the 65 mile long route, with around there are 9 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Margate to London leaves at 06: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Margate to London leaves at 19: 15.
There are 9 coaches a day from Margate to London which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Margate to London coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Margate and London to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Margate, Marine Terrace, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Margate is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Margate to London by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel from Margate to London 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Margate to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Margate to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Margate to London.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Margate and London

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