The average train between Caterham and Margate takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Caterham 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 Caterham and Margate. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Caterham is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Margate at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Purley and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Caterham 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 Caterham to Margate. However, there are services departing from Purley station and arriving at Margate station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Caterham to Margate train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.
Caterham to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.
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The distance between Caterham and Margate is 102.4 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Caterham to Margate via Purley and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 2m.