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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Margate is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Margate. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Marine Terrace via War Memorial, King Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Brighton to Margate?

The distance between Brighton and Margate is 145 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Margate without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Brighton to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Margate bus from?

Brighton to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Margate train from?

Brighton to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Margate?

The best way to get from Brighton to Margate is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Brighton to Margate bus arrive?

Brighton to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Brighton to Margate train arrive?

Brighton to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Margate is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Brighton to Margate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Brighton to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 14m
£72–122
Drive 87.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Margatecar 87.7 mi
2h 7m
£22–31
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to War Memorialbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
3. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus X3
7h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Margatetrain
4h 8m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h 23m
£38–53

Brighton to Margate by train

226Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Margate via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Marine Terrace via War Memorial, Chequers Bus Station, King Street, and Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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