The average train between Erith and Margate takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Erith 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 Erith and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erith is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Margate at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Slade Green and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Erith 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 Erith to Margate. However, there are services departing from Erith station and arriving at Margate station via Gillingham (Kent). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Erith to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Slade Green station.
Erith to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Erith to Margate train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Erith and Margate is 84.7 km. The road distance is 93 km.
You can take a train from Erith to Margate via Slade Green and Gillingham (Kent) in around 2h 22m.