How much is the bus ticket from Canterbury to Margate?

The cheapest bus tickets from Canterbury to Margate start from $16. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Canterbury to Margate?

The average bus travel time from Canterbury to Margate is 45m, covering a distance of 26 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Canterbury to Margate route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Canterbury to Margate?

The earliest bus departs from Canterbury to Margate at 9:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Canterbury to Margate?

A bus trip from Canterbury to Margate generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Canterbury to Margate starting at $13 | Compare & Save up to 26%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	8:00pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:00pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	11:30pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	7:25pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	8:00pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	11:30pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Canterbury bus station	42m	8:07pm	Cliftonville Bus Stop (opp Ye Olde Charles Tavern)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	12:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:10am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	12:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:10am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:10am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	12:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:10am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	12:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:15pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:00pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	11:30pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:45pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:45pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

Next departures for Canterbury to Margate on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Cheapest
Bus	11:00pm	Canterbury bus station	30m	11:30pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	Fastest
Bus	9:50am	Canterbury bus station	35m	10:25am	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:45pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Canterbury bus station	35m	2:45pm	Margate Bus Stop (Stop A)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Canterbury to Margate

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Margate. The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

45mAverage Duration

26 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $17	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $31	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,736 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29736 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $16

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Canterbury to Margate by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Canterbury to Margate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Canterbury to Margate start from $16. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Canterbury to Margate?
The average bus travel time from Canterbury to Margate is 45m, covering a distance of 26 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Canterbury to Margate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Canterbury to Margate?
The earliest bus departs from Canterbury to Margate at 9:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Canterbury to Margate?
A bus trip from Canterbury to Margate generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$13

11-26

$14

Today

$14

11-28

$13

11-29

$14

11-30

$14

12-01

$14

12-02

$14

The cheapest trip from Canterbury to Margate was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Canterbury to Margate, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $18 for a bus ticket from Canterbury to Margate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-28.