The average bus between Challock and Margate takes 2h 30m and the fastest bus takes 2h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Challock to Margate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Challock and Margate. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Challock is at 6:39 PM which arrives into Margate at 9:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Court Street and take an average of 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Challock to Margate? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Challock to Margate. However, there are services departing from Challock station and arriving at Margate station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Challock to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Court Street station.
Challock to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Marine Terrace station.
The distance between Challock and Margate is 39.7 km. The road distance is 54 km.
You can take a bus from The Stag to Marine Terrace via Court Street and Bus Station in around 2h 20m.