The average train between Dunstable and Margate takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Dunstable to Margate. 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 every 30 minutes between Dunstable and Margate. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunstable is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Margate at 1:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Margate. However, there are services departing from Dunstable station and arriving at Margate station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Dunstable to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.
Dunstable to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Dunstable to Margate train tickets online with Thameslink and Southeastern.
The distance between Dunstable and Margate is 143.2 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Leagrave to Margate via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 36m.