Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate Bus Stop (Stop B) | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Margate to Dartford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dartford. The journey takes about 2 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 333, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 333
National Express Margate Dartford recent customer reviews
Service was great, driver very polite & very helpful.
Hannatu G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate to Dartford by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Margate to Dartford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Margate to Dartford start at R 333. The average price for this route is around R 336. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Margate to Dartford?
The average bus journey time from Margate to Dartford is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 80 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Margate to Dartford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Margate to Dartford?
The earliest bus departs from Margate to Dartford at 06:02. And the latest bus departs at 15:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Margate to Dartford?
A bus trip from Margate to Dartford produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Margate to Dartford was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Margate to Dartford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 308 to R 809 for a bus ticket from Margate to Dartford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 308, which is on 2026-02-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Margate to Dartford?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
