The average train between Margate and Essex takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate to Essex. 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 Margate and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Essex station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Margate to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Margate to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Margate and Essex is 74.8 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Margate to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 5m.