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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Margate is to bus which costs £23 - £75 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Margate is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £410.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Chester to Margate?

The distance between Chester and Margate is 271 miles. The road distance is 270.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Chester to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Margate bus from?

Chester to Margate bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Margate train from?

Chester to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Margate?

The best way to get from Chester to Margate is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £75 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Chester to Margate bus arrive?

Chester to Margate bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Chester to Margate train arrive?

Chester to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Margate is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Chester to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Chester to Margate - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chester to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 5m
£72–407
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
9h 40m
£24–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk021 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
6h 46m
£33–118
Drive 268.7 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Margatecar 268.7 mi
4h 42m
£66–95
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
6h 9m
£87–289
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
7h 8m
£251–780
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
7h 43m
£88–206
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
7h 58m
£91–281

Chester to Margate by train and foot

79Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Margate.

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Distance: 269.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Margate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Marine Terrace via London Victoria in around 9h 40m.

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