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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
6 h 27 m
Buses on 23 Sept
2
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Margate to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 buses from Margate to London Stansted Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 34 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.
6:366h34Margate13:10London Stansted Airport£241One-way0 changes- 12:006h20Margate18:20London Stansted Airport£341One-way0 changes
- 12:006h20Margate18:20London Stansted Airport£341One-way0 changes
- 6:366h34Margate13:10London Stansted Airport£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Margate to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 96 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Margate to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Margate to London Stansted Airport costing on average £60.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 34m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.02. The journey takes 5h 34m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Margate to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:36 Margate | 6h34 | 13:10 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Margate | 6h20 | 18:20 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Margate to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Margate to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:36, the last at 14:55. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 96 km |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 5:36 |
Last bus 14:55 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express from Margate to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Margate to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Margate to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and London Stansted Airport
Most Margate to London Stansted Airport buses use the Margate, Marine Terrace to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and London Stansted Airport 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
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.
Getting to Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court from Margate city centre
Getting to Cliftonville, Northdown Road from Margate city centre
Cliftonville, Northdown Road is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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