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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Margate is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Margate is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Ramsgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Margate?

The distance between Folkestone and Margate is 29 miles. The road distance is 27.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Margate without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £4 - £19.

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

The train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgate takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Margate bus from?

Folkestone to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Margate train from?

Folkestone to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Margate?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Margate is to train which takes 50 min and costs £4 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Folkestone to Margate bus arrive?

Folkestone to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Folkestone to Margate train arrive?

Folkestone to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ramsgate station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Margate is 27 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Folkestone to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1164+ hotels available in Margate.

Folkestone to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
50 min
£4–19
Line 16 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
1h 48m
Drive 27.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Margatecar 27.1 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Margatetaxi 27.1 mi
38 min
£120–150

Folkestone to Margate by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgate hourly. Tickets cost £4–19 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Marine Terrace via Bus Station in around 1h 48m.

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