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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Margate is to bus which costs £18 - £80 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Margate is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Margate?

The distance between Manchester and Margate is 275 miles. The road distance is 265.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Manchester to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Margate bus from?

Manchester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Margate train from?

Manchester to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Margate?

The best way to get from Manchester to Margate is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £80 and takes 9h.

Where does the Manchester to Margate bus arrive?

Manchester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Manchester to Margate train arrive?

Manchester to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Margate is 266 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Manchester to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Manchester to Margate - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 9m
£53–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
9h
£19–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
7h 42m
£23–112
Drive 264.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Margatecar 264.3 mi
5h 8m
£65–94
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
5h 2m
£72–267
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
6h 29m
£213–505
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
7h 3m
£75–231

Manchester to Margate by train and foot

227Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Margate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h.

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