Margate to London train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€11
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€24
Fastest journey on Nov 02
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
1 h 30 m
Trains on Nov 02
41
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 €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 41 trains from Margate to London, including 31 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.

  • SoutheasternP86200_P86201
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP89122_P86197
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85150 · P86175
    1 transfer
  • SoutheasternP86178
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP86178+ThameslinkC09956+SouthernW32667
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Margate to London

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Trains from Margate to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 27m.

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 €9
Distance
106 km
Average train duration
1h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
12:07 AM
Last train
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
2 days
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 €9

Live departures

Margate to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Margate to London trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SoutheasternP85650
On time
8:49 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
10:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86146
On time
9:02 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h45
10:47 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85660
On time
9:49 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
11:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86152
On time
10:05 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
11:47 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85670
On time
10:49 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
12:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86159
On time
11:05 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
12:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85676
On time
11:49 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
1:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86166
On time
12:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
1:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86270 · P90269
On time
12:23 PM Margate station (MAR)
2h18
2:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85682
On time
12:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
2:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86173
On time
1:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
2:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86278 · P90275
On time
1:23 PM Margate station (MAR)
2h18
3:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85688
On time
1:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
3:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86180
On time
2:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
3:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85694
On time
2:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
4:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86188
On time
3:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
4:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85700
On time
3:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
5:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86203
On time
5:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
6:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85711
On time
5:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
7:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86212
On time
6:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
7:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85717
On time
6:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
8:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86220
On time
7:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h42
8:47 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85725
On time
7:49 PM Margate station (MAR)
1h29
9:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89949 · P88133
On time
10:05 PM Margate station (MAR)
2h13
12:18 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1 transfer
Monday, November 2
SoutheasternP856357:15 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h28
8:43 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP853927:16 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h44
9:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86126 · P853237:24 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h44
9:08 AM London St Pancras International (STP)1 transfer
SoutheasternP861267:24 AM Margate station (MAR)
2h02
9:26 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP903467:38 AM Margate station (MAR)
3h03
10:41 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856397:46 AM Margate station (MAR)
1h32
9:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Margate to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Margate to London.

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Margate to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Margate and London from €9. 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 Southeastern Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
€15
Southeastern frequency
11 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 Thameslink Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€15
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Margate and London

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Margate to London, you can count on Southeastern, Thameslink for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Margate and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

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

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Margate to London can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Margate to London is €32; 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 1h 27m to travel the 106 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Margate to London leaves at 12:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Margate to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Margate to London with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Margate to London. You can choose between Southeastern. Southeastern trains take around 1h 27m
A day trip to London from Margate is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 27m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Margate and London including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Margate to London

Most Margate to London trains use the Margate to London Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Margate and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Margate
Arrival train stations in London

Which Margate station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Margate to London leave from Margate. The station is 1 km from Margate city centre at Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Margate from Margate city centre

Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus942, 944, 36, 8 · 8m · €3 · every ~7 min

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.

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