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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Margate is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Luton to Margate?

The distance between Luton and Margate is 121 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £23 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Luton to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Margate bus from?

Luton to Margate bus services, operated by Green Line, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Luton to Margate?

The best way to get from Luton to Margate is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £23 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Luton to Margate bus arrive?

Luton to Margate bus services, operated by Green Line, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Luton to Margate train arrive?

Luton to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Margate is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Luton to Margate.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 28m
£24–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
5h 50m
£20–37
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Margatecar 113.2 mi
2h 2m
£28–40
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Luton to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 39m
£51–76

Luton to Margate by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Margate via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Marine Terrace via Green Line Coach Station and London Victoria in around 5h 50m.

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