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Turner Contemporary
Major contemporary gallery on the seafront inspired by J. M. W. Turner. Essential for modern art, sea views, and Margate's creative revival.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ramsgate to Margate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Ramsgate to Margate and enjoy the approximately 3 miles (5 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:30.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7
Distance 3 miles (5 km) |
First bus 12:06 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7
Ramsgate to Margate Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 06:37AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 06:44AM | Arrival Time 07:03AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 07:13AM | Duration 0h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:17AM | Arrival Time 07:36AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:27AM | Arrival Time 07:46AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:37AM | Arrival Time 07:56AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:46AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 08:13AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:23AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:37AM | Arrival Time 08:56AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:47AM | Arrival Time 09:06AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 09:16AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:07AM | Arrival Time 09:26AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:16AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:26AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Live departures
Ramsgate to Margate bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ramsgate to Margate buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2:05 PM Ramsgate | 0h20 | 2:25 PM Margate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:15 PM Ramsgate | 0h20 | 2:35 PM Margate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:25 PM Ramsgate | 0h20 | 2:45 PM Margate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:35 PM Ramsgate | 0h20 | 2:55 PM Margate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:45 PM Ramsgate | 0h20 | 3:05 PM Margate | 0 transfersDirect |
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Complete guide to Margate
Things to do in Margate
Discover the best of Margate — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Margate trip today.
- Must visit
Shell Grotto
Intriguing underground passage decorated with shell mosaics. Part museum, part mystery, and one of Margate's best-known heritage sites.
- Recommended
Margate Museum
Small local museum telling Margate's social and seaside history through photographs, objects, and changing volunteer-led displays.
- Must visit
Margate Main Sands
Margate's sandy main beach beside the old harbour. Ideal for classic seaside views, sunsets, and easy access to the old town.
- Must visit
Margate Old Town
Characterful historic quarter with narrow lanes, independent shops, and galleries. The best area for wandering and finding local charm.
- Recommended
Margate Harbour Arm
Revived harbour promenade with sea views, public art, and space to stroll. Especially lively during events and summer evenings.
- Gluten-free
Kent Oysters
Fresh Pacific and North Sea oysters are a classic Kent coast treat, prized in nearby Whitstable and commonly enjoyed in Margate for their briny local character.
Fish And Chips
Beer-battered local fish with chips is a staple seaside meal in Margate, tied to the town’s harbour culture and traditional British coastal dining.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Ashmore Farmhouse Cheese
This Kent cheese is a soft washed-rind cow’s milk cheese from the region, often served on local menus and valued for its rich, pungent flavour.
Angela's
A popular old-town restaurant known for modern British cooking, seasonal plates and a relaxed bistro atmosphere near the seafront.
Sargasso
A well-regarded seafood restaurant with refined sharing plates, natural wine and a stylish dining room close to Margate’s harbour.
Forts Cafe
A respected coffee roastery and cafe serving specialty coffee, brunch and pastries in a bright, contemporary space.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Rooms and dining cost less than London, but summer stays and tourist areas can raise hotel, cafe, and local transport prices.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city center
Marine Terrace -> Margate Old Town, Margate
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Most local buses in Margate accept contactless card and mobile payments; the £2.00 single fare cap is widely available on Stagecoach services.
- Margate is compact, so walking is often the quickest way between Marine Terrace, Old Town, and the seafront.
FAQs: Bus from Ramsgate to Margate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ramsgate to Margate 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 Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest bus from Ramsgate to Margate leaves at 12:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Ramsgate to Margate leaves at 11:30 PM.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ramsgate and Margate including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Ramsgate to Margate has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
No, luggage for the bus from Ramsgate to Margate needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Ramsgate to Margate.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Margate, travelers should be mindful of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the seafront and markets. Be cautious of unofficial taxi services and always use licensed providers to avoid overcharging. Additionally, watch out for scams involving street vendors selling counterfeit goods or overpriced souvenirs. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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