- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$14
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$42
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h 32 m
Buses on Oct 20
13
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Margate to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to London will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 13 buses from Margate to London, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NX022
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NX022 · NX444 · NX032
NX022 · NX035 · NX025
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NX022
NX022 · NX444 · NX032
NX022 · NX444 · NX401Buses from Margate to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Margate to London buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX022 · NX032 · NX030 | 3:25 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h05 | 10:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX401 · NX030 | 3:25 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h05 | 10:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX032 · NX025 | 3:25 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 6h55 | 10:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX401 · NX025 | 3:25 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 6h55 | 10:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 3:25 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 3h25 | 6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 | 7:15 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 2h35 | 9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX035 · NX025 | 7:15 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 5h35 | 12:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX032 · NX025 | 7:15 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 5h35 | 12:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
NX022 · NX035 · NX025 | 6:45 AM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h15 | 2:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX032 | 6:45 AM Margate, Marine Terrace | 6h10 | 12:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX401 | 6:45 AM Margate, Marine Terrace | 6h10 | 12:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 6:45 AM Margate, Marine Terrace | 3h35 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX444 · NX025 | 6:45 AM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h15 | 2:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX032 · NX025 | 12:00 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h30 | 7:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX022 | 12:00 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 3h20 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX035 | 12:00 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 6h25 | 6:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX022 · NX502 · NX025 | 12:00 PM Margate, Marine Terrace | 7h30 | 7:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Anyone traveling by bus from Margate to London will have plenty of journeys to choose from. Every day, National Express runs seven direct buses from the town's Marine Terrace bus stop to London Victoria Coach Station. Buses start early in the morning just before 6 a.m., and continue with morning, afternoon and early evening departures. The journey time varies from 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes, so checking the schedule beforehand is advised to avoid any delays. Any passengers needing to get to South London can also take indirect buses to Sutton, all of which travel via London Victoria Coach Station.
National Express coaches depart from Margate's Marine Terrace, found along the Margate seafront in front of Dreamland. The stop can be reached on foot from all of central Margate and is also located very close to Margate Train Station. All Margate bus services stop in the town centre, many stopping very close to Marine Terrace at either the Train Station or Cecil Square. Passengers departing on the earliest coach can use a local cab service to reach Marine Terrace.
Those arriving in the exciting city of London will be struck by the contrast of elegant historic buildings and stark modern landmarks. Buses from Margate terminate at London Victoria Coach Station, a major transport hub located to the southwest of central London. A number of public buses serve Victoria Station heading to all parts of the city, whilst those wishing to use the underground service can make the short five-minute walk to London Victoria subway Station. The West End and The City are a short ten and fifteen-minute journeys respectively from London Victoria subway Station. Those arriving at night will find a choice of night buses are available from the coach station serving the whole city. cabs are also available from London Victoria.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Margate to London buses use the Margate, Marine Terrace to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Margate and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Margate, Marine Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Margate, Marine Terrace. ATMs are available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Ticket office support is available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Available at Margate, Marine Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate, Marine Terrace: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Cliftonville, Northdown Road is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Cliftonville, Northdown Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road. ATMs are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Ticket office support is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Accessible for persons with mobility impairments.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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