Thanet Open Topper Bus

The hugely popular Thanet Open Topper will be returning to Thanet for 2026 and will be celebrating it's 10th Anniversary with a brand new look! 

New for 2026: the route now includes Broadstairs High Street, bringing you closer to the beach, shops and places to eat. For attractions to visit on the route, read our blog.

The new route will be stopping at the following locations: Minnis Bay, Canute Road Westbrook, Norman Road Margate Railway Station Margate Marine Terrace Cliftonville Esplanade Broadstairs Pierremont Hall Broadstairs, Victoria Parade Dumpton Gap Ramsgate, Granville Theatre Ramsgate Harbour Ramsgate Boating Pool Take in the coastal views with some fresh sea air! *Find the Bus Timetable here* 

2026 Season Dates: Daily Friday 3rd - Sunday 19th April (Easter Holidays) Daily Saturday 23rd - Sunday 31st May (May Half Term) Weekends from Saturday 6th June Daily Wednesday 22nd July - Monday 31st August (Summer Holidays) Saturday 5th - Sunday 6th September Tickets can be bought from the driver, or Stagecoach Bus App. 

Thanet Open Top Day Tickets are £8 for adults and £5 for under 19s and concessions. A Group Ticket can also be purchased at £22 for up to 5 people and under 5s travel free. Thanet Open Top Day Tickets allow unlimited hop-on, hop-off all day and are valid on all Stagecoach buses within the Thanet DayRider zone.