The average train between Margate and Herne Bay takes 13 min and the fastest train takes 10 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Margate to Herne Bay. 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 Margate and Herne Bay. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Margate is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Herne Bay at 11:19 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Margate station and arriving at Herne Bay station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 13 min.
Margate to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Herne Bay station.
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The distance between Margate and Herne Bay is 17.9 km. The road distance is 18 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Herne Bay every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 13 min.