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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Margate
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 05
1
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans to Margate will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 1 trains from St Albans to Margate, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
6:43 AM2h16St Albans8:59 AMMargate€171One-way0 transfers
- 6:43 AM2h16St Albans8:59 AMMargate€171One-way0 transfers
Live departures
St Albans to Margate train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Margate trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:43 AM St Albans | 2h16 | 8:59 AM Margate | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Margate
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Trains from St Albans to Margate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €70 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from St Albans to Margate trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between St Albans and Margate from €70. 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 St Albans to Margate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Margate 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 Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Albans to Margate
Most St Albans to Margate trains use the St Albans City to Margate station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Margate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Albans station do trains to Margate leave from?
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Margate station do trains from St Albans arrive at?
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.
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