The average train between Margate and Dunkirk takes 7h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Margate to Dunkirk. 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 4 times a day between Margate and Dunkirk. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Dunkirk at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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12h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Margate to Dunkirk? 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 Margate to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Dunkerque station via London St Pancras Intl station and Lille Europe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.
Margate to Dunkirk train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Dunkirk train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Dunkerque station.
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The distance between Margate and Dunkirk is 79.1 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Dunkerque via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 5h 22m.