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

The cheapest way to get from Erith to Margate is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erith to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Erith and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Erith to Margate. However, there are services departing from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Erith and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Erith to Margate. However, there are services departing from Erith and arriving at Margate via Dartford and Gillingham (Kent). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Erith to Margate?

The distance between Erith and Margate is 58 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erith to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Erith to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erith to Margate bus from?

Erith to Margate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street station.

Where do I catch the Erith to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Erith to Margate?

The best way to get from Erith to Margate is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 428 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £27 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Erith to Margate bus arrive?

Erith to Margate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Erith to Margate train arrive?

Erith to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gillingham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Erith to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Erith to Margate is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Erith to Margate.

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

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Erith to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 428 bus, and line 700 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Erith 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 Dartford to Gillingham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to MargateLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 20m
£35–49
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Erith to Margate62.3 mi
1h 13m
£16–22
Line 428 bus, line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Bus Station428
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station700
3. Take the train from Rochester to Margate
2h 53m
£19–34
Line 428 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Bus Station428
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terrace022
3h 31m
£20–27

Erith to Margate by train

224Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Erith to Margate.

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Distance: 57.9 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Erith to Margate via Dartford and Gillingham (Kent) in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Marine Terrace via Bus Station in around 3h 31m.

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