The average train between ExCeL London and Margate takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from ExCeL London 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 every 30 minutes between ExCeL London and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from ExCeL London is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Margate at 1:10 AM. All services require a transfer at West Silvertown DLR Station and take an average of 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London to Margate. However, there are services departing from ExCeL London station and arriving at Margate station via Margate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.
ExCeL London to Margate train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Stratford International station.
ExCeL London to Margate train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Margate station.
The distance between ExCeL London and Margate is 95.6 km. The road distance is 143 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £40–85 and the journey takes 1h 21m.