Margate to London train with Southeastern

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€59

Average price

€64

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Margate to London will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Margate for London on Wed, Nov 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 m 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.

SoutheasternP19550
06:32AM1h54
Margate station (MAR)
08:26AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
591One-way
0 transfers
SoutheasternP19769
06:14AM1h46
Margate station (MAR)
08:00AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
591One-way
0 transfers
SoutheasternP19768
06:44AM1h46
Margate station (MAR)
08:30AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
591One-way
0 transfers
SoutheasternP19693
06:13AM1h29
Margate station (MAR)
07:42AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
691One-way
0 transfers
SoutheasternP19691
06:45AM1h29
Margate station (MAR)
08:14AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
691One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Margate to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 106 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus

€32

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Southeastern

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Margate to London train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, November 4
Last updated at 8:15 PM
Last updated at 8:15 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
southeastern9:17 PM Margate
2h04
11:21 PM London0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 5
southeasternP19693
On time
6:13 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
7:42 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
southeasternP19769
On time
6:14 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h46
8:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
southeasternP19873
On time
6:27 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h38
8:05 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
southeasternP19550
On time
6:32 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h54
8:26 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
southeasternP19768
On time
6:44 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h46
8:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
southeasternP19691
On time
6:45 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
8:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Margate to London?

The best time to book your train from Margate to London is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Margate to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Margate to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Margate to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Margate to London

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Trains from Margate to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance
106 km
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Margate to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Margate and London from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
€13
Southeastern frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
€28
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Trains from Margate to London

Caching the train from Margate to London couldn't be simpler. Trains from Margate to London depart Margate railway station at least twice an hour during peak time, with services running to a range of London railway stations including London St Pancras International, London Victoria and London Charing Cross. On average, trains from Margate to London take approximately 1 hour 56 minutes. In total, there are more than 70 services departing Margate bound for London each day. All direct services are operated by South Eastern. Most services require no transfers, although some leaving later in the day may require a single rail or tube connection.

FAQs: Trains from Margate to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Margate to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Margate to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Margate to London can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Margate to London is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Margate to London is 1 h 34 min   to travel the 105 km long route, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Margate to London leaves at 00: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Margate to London leaves at 23: 53.
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Margate to London with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the route from Margate to London you can take a train with Southeastern. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to London from Margate on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 53.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Margate, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London St Pancras International, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Margate is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Margate to London by train is June.
You have options as you can travel between Margate and London 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Margate to London

Margate
London
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to London.
MargateShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 country end
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Margate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.

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