The average bus between Kent and Margate takes 4h 13m and the fastest bus takes 2h 36m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kent 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 Kent and Margate. The earliest departure is at 9:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kent is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Margate at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at County Square and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Margate. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Margate station via County Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Kent to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Loder Close station.
Kent to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Marine Terrace station.
The distance between Kent and Margate is 49.3 km. The road distance is 70 km.
You can take a bus from Loder Close to Marine Terrace via County Square, Park Street, and Bus Station in around 3h 34m.