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

The cheapest way to get from England to Margate is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from England to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between England and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from England to Margate. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Marine Terrace via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from England to Margate?

The distance between England and Margate is 94 miles. The road distance is 76.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from England to Margate without a car is to line 91 bus and train which takes 2h 19m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from England to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the England to Margate bus from?

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

Train or bus from England to Margate?

The best way to get from England to Margate is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the England to Margate bus arrive?

England to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marine Terrace station.

Can I drive from England to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Margate is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from England to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1164+ hotels available in Margate.

England to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 91 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 91 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to St Pancras International Stationbus 91 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 19m
£47–82
Drive 75.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Margatecar 75.6 mi
1h 36m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terracebus 022
4h 4m
£21–36
Train
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
2h 44m
£45–65

England to Margate by bus and train

226Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between England and Margate, England?

National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terrace every 3 hours. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Ramsgate hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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