4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Canterbury
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€7
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 18
33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
41 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Canterbury will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Margate to Canterbury, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:00 PM1h00Margate4:00 PMCanterbury€71One-way0 transfers- 7:55 AM0h37Margate8:32 AMCanterbury€71One-way0 transfers
- 6:49 PM0h33Margate7:22 PMCanterbury€91One-way0 transfers
- 1:49 PM0h33Margate2:22 PMCanterbury€101One-way0 transfers
- 1:49 PM0h33Margate2:22 PMCanterbury€101One-way0 transfers
- 6:49 PM0h33Margate7:22 PMCanterbury€91One-way0 transfers
- 7:55 AM0h37Margate8:32 AMCanterbury€71One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM1h00Margate4:00 PMCanterbury€71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Margate to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, while a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 24 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Margate to Canterbury:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Margate to Canterbury costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 37m.
Live departures
Margate to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Canterbury trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85648 | On time 8:47 AM Margate station (MAR) | 0h33 | 9:20 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P85103 · P90249 | On time 9:00 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h01 | 10:01 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85658 | 9:47 AM Margate station (MAR) | 0h33 | 10:20 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86251 · P90255 | On time 10:24 AM Margate station (MAR) | 0h41 | 11:05 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
| P85667 | On time 10:49 AM Margate station (MAR) | 0h33 | 11:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86258 · P90261 | On time 11:22 AM Margate station (MAR) | 0h43 | 12:05 PM Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Canterbury
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Trains from Margate to Canterbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 33m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Canterbury from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Margate to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to Canterbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Margate to Canterbury
Most Margate to Canterbury trains use the Margate to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Margate and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Margate station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Margate arrive at?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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