The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to London
- 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
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.
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.
P86200_P862015:02 PM 1h49 Margate station (MAR) 6:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
P89122_P861974:24 PM 1h58 Margate station (MAR) 6:22 PM London Victoria (VIC) €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
P85150 · P861751:32 PM 1h49 Margate station (MAR) 3:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
P861782:05 PM 1h46 Margate station (MAR) 3:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W326672:05 PM 2h16 Margate station (MAR) 4:21 PM London Bridge (LBG) €12 1 One-way 2 transfers
P856357:15 AM 1h28 Margate station (MAR) 8:43 AM London St Pancras International (STP) €73 1 One-way 0 transfers
P8568012:49 PM 1h29 Margate station (MAR) 2:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
P856922:49 PM 1h29 Margate station (MAR) 4:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
P857034:49 PM 1h30 Margate station (MAR) 6:19 PM London St Pancras International (STP) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
P856488:47 AM 1h32 Margate station (MAR) 10:19 AM London St Pancras International (STP) €49 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to London
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.
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 |
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85650 | On time 8:49 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 10:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86146 | On time 9:02 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h45 | 10:47 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85660 | On time 9:49 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 11:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86152 | On time 10:05 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 11:47 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85670 | On time 10:49 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 12:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86159 | On time 11:05 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 12:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85676 | On time 11:49 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 1:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86166 | On time 12:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 1:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86270 · P90269 | On time 12:23 PM Margate station (MAR) | 2h18 | 2:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P85682 | On time 12:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 2:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86173 | On time 1:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 2:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86278 · P90275 | On time 1:23 PM Margate station (MAR) | 2h18 | 3:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P85688 | On time 1:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 3:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86180 | On time 2:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 3:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85694 | On time 2:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 4:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86188 | On time 3:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 4:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85700 | On time 3:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 5:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86203 | On time 5:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 6:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85711 | On time 5:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 7:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86212 | On time 6:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 7:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85717 | On time 6:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 8:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86220 | On time 7:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h42 | 8:47 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85725 | On time 7:49 PM Margate station (MAR) | 1h29 | 9:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P89949 · P88133 | On time 10:05 PM Margate station (MAR) | 2h13 | 12:18 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
P85635 | 7:15 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h28 | 8:43 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85392 | 7:16 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h44 | 9:00 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P86126 · P85323 | 7:24 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h44 | 9:08 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
P86126 | 7:24 AM Margate station (MAR) | 2h02 | 9:26 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P90346 | 7:38 AM Margate station (MAR) | 3h03 | 10:41 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85639 | 7:46 AM Margate station (MAR) | 1h32 | 9:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.

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.
Which Margate station do trains to London 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 London station do trains from Margate arrive at?
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Bridge from London city centre
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge train station facilities and services
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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