🚌 Bus from Whitstable to Margate
2 direct routes · about 60 min · first bus 09:25, last bus 23:30 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 022 | National Express | ~60 min | 9 | 09:25 | 23:30 | Long Reach (opp) |
| 36 | YMS Travel | ~77 min | 1 | 07:30 | 07:30 | Graystone Road (E-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Whitstable 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 Whitstable to Margate?
2 routes run directly from Whitstable to Margate: the 022 (National Express), the 36 (YMS Travel).
How long does the bus take from Whitstable to Margate?
Around 60 minutes on the 022, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Whitstable to Margate?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 022) leaves around 09:25 and the last around 23:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Whitstable to Margate?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.