The average train between Margate and Kent takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Kent at 5:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Margate to Kent. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Kent station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Margate to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.
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The distance between Margate and Kent is 49.3 km. The road distance is 72 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 49 min.