The average train between Deal and Polegate takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal to Polegate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Deal and Polegate. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Polegate at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Deal to Polegate? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Deal to Polegate. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Polegate station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Deal to Polegate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Polegate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.
Book your Deal to Polegate train tickets online with Southeastern and Southern.
The distance between Deal and Polegate is 92.5 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Polegate via Ashford International and Hampden Park (Sussex) in around 3h 2m.