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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Headcorn is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Headcorn is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Headcorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Margate and arriving at Headcorn. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Margate to Headcorn?

The distance between Margate and Headcorn is 46 miles. The road distance is 41.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Headcorn without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Margate to Headcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Headcorn train from?

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

Where does the Margate to Headcorn train arrive?

Margate to Headcorn train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Margate to Headcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Headcorn is 42 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Margate to Headcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Headcorn?

There are 923+ hotels available in Headcorn.

Margate to Headcorn - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Margate to Headcorn by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Ashford InternationalMargate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 19m
£17–28
Drive 41.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Margate to Headcorn41.4 mi
53 min
£11–15
Line 8 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cecil Square to Bus Station8 / ...
2. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford International
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Headcorn
2h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Margate to Headcorn41.4 mi
53 min
£180–220
Train
1. Take the train from Margate to HeadcornFaversham - London Charing Cross
1h 24m
£24–35

Margate to Headcorn by train

158Weekly Trains

1h 19mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.7 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 49 min.

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