Bus from London to Margate
1 direct route · about 195 min · first bus 07:30, last bus 20:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Margate as of 07:48
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in London, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 022 | National Express | ~195 min | 4 | Sat 5 · Sun 5 | 07:30 | 20:30 | Victoria Coach Station (north-east bound) | Marine Terrace (Stop A) | Whitstable, Canterbury, Birchington-on-Sea & Westgate-on-Sea |
Times are for the first boarding point in London on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from London to Margate?
The 022 (National Express) runs directly from London to Margate. Board at Victoria Coach Station (north-east bound) and get off at Marine Terrace (Stop A); the journey takes about 195 minutes.
How long does the bus take from London to Margate?
Around 195 minutes on the 022, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Whitstable, Canterbury, Birchington-on-Sea, Westgate-on-Sea on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from London to Margate?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:30 and the last around 20:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from London to Margate?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.