What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Marine Terrace. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Bridge and arriving at Margate. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Margate is 70 miles. The road distance is 74.4 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant and Castle to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

The train from London Bridge to Margate takes 1h 42m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Margate bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Margate train from?

Elephant and Castle to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Margate bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marine Terrace station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Margate train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Margate is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Elephant and Castle to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Elephant and Castle to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Elephant and Castle to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Margate by train, bus, or car

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 London Bridge to MargateLondon Cannon Street - Ramsgate / ...
1h 42m
£23–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terrace022
2h 45m
£16–28
Drive 73.9 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Margate73.9 mi
1h 26m
£19–27
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to MargateSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 4m
£22–69

Elephant and Castle to Margate by train

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1h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Bridge to Margate once daily. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terrace every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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