Bus and Coach from Margate to Gillingham: Compare all prices

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Margate to Gillingham from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

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from £12

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from £12

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from £12

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	5h 15m	19:15	Margate	Bus Stop	00:30	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 26/07/2025 19:15:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/07/2025 00:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
	National Express	1h 40m	10:00	Margate	Bus Stop	11:40	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 26/07/2025 10:00:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/07/2025 11:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	5h 15m	19:15	Margate	Bus Stop	00:30	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 19:15:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/07/2025 00:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
	National Express	1h 40m	10:00	Margate	Bus Stop	11:40	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 10:00:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/07/2025 11:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 55m	06:45	Margate	Bus Stop	15:40	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 06:45:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/07/2025 15:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
National Express	8h 15m	12:00	Margate	Bus Stop	20:15	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 12:00:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/07/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
National Express	8h 10m	15:55	Margate	Bus Stop	00:05	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 15:55:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/07/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	5h 15m	19:15	Margate	Bus Stop	00:30	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 01/08/2025 19:15:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/08/2025 00:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
	National Express	1h 40m	10:00	Margate	Bus Stop	11:40	Gillingham	Hempstead Valley		Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Margate (United Kingdom) at 01/08/2025 10:00:00 to Hempstead Valley, Gillingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/08/2025 11:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Margate and Gillingham

See here how frequent the connections between Margate and Gillingham are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Margate to Gillingham. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Margate and Gillingham.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Margate to Gillingham, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Margate and Gillingham, with 2 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Margate to Gillingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Margate to Gillingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Margate to Gillingham starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	1h 40m
Earliest Coach	10:00
Latest Coach	19:15
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	58.0 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Margate to Gillingham

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Margate for Gillingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 26/07/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 21/07

Tuesday 22/07

Wednesday 23/07

Thursday 24/07

Friday 25/07

Saturday 26/07

£12

Sunday 27/07

£12

Monday 28/07

Tuesday 29/07

£12

Wednesday 30/07

Thursday 31/07

Friday 01/08

£12

Saturday 02/08

£12

Sunday 03/08

Monday 04/08

Tuesday 05/08

Wednesday 06/08

Thursday 07/08

Friday 08/08

Saturday 09/08

Sunday 10/08

Monday 11/08

Tuesday 12/08

Wednesday 13/08

Thursday 14/08

Friday 15/08

Saturday 16/08

Sunday 17/08

The cheapest time to travel from Margate to Gillingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Margate to Gillingham, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Margate to Gillingham. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Margate to Gillingham, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Margate to Gillingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Margate to Gillingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Margate to Gillingham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Margate to Gillingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Margate and Gillingham

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Margate and Gillingham.

Bus Stop

Marine Terrace 36

Eastern Esplanade Bus Stop

Northdown Park

Dreamland

Marine Terrace Bus Stop

Hempstead Valley

Hempstead Valley Dr

Barnsole Road

Loddon Rd

St Augustines Church

Eastcourt Lane

Service and Comfort on the bus from Margate to Gillingham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Margate to Gillingham? Or which bus companies serve the route Margate to Gillingham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Margate to Gillingham bus

How much does a Margate - Gillingham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Margate - Gillingham bus trip is available from £12 and takes 5h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Margate to Gillingham?

The connection Margate to Gillingham is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £13. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Margate - Gillingham route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Margate to Gillingham is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Gillingham from Margate take?

The quickest coach from Margate to Gillingham is provided by National Express and takes 1h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Margate to Gillingham?

The earliest bus to Gillingham departs from Margate at 10:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Margate to Gillingham?

The latest bus to Gillingham departs from Margate at 19:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Margate - Gillingham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Margate to Gillingham can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Gillingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Margate and Gillingham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Gillingham from Margate?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Margate Gillingham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Margate Gillingham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Margate to Gillingham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Margate to Gillingham

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Margate and to Gillingham

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Margate and to Gillingham. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!