The average train between Cambridge and Margate takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Margate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Margate at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 47m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cambridge to Margate? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Margate. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Margate station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Cambridge to Margate train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Margate train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Cambridge to Margate train tickets online with Great Northern and Southeastern.
The distance between Cambridge and Margate is 126.1 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Margate via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 42m.