What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Margate is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Beckton Bus Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Margate. However, there are services departing from Barking and arriving at Margate via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Barking to Margate?

The distance between Barking and Margate is 91 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Margate without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £29 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Margate?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Barking to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Margate bus from?

Barking to Margate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Beckton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Margate train from?

Barking to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Barking to Margate?

The best way to get from Barking to Margate is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £29 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £95 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Barking to Margate bus arrive?

Barking to Margate bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Barking to Margate train arrive?

Barking to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Barking to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Margate is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Barking to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Barking to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 129 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barking to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to MargateSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 59m
£29–78
Line 129 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Lewisham Station129
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Marine Terrace022
4h 19m
£12–93
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Margate70.5 mi
1h 21m
£18–25
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Plumstead to Rainham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to MargateLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 13m
£36–58

Barking to Margate by train

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £21–65 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beckton Bus Station to Marine Terrace via Lewisham Station in around 4h 19m.

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