The average train between Margate and Suffolk takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate to Suffolk. 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 Suffolk. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Suffolk at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate to Suffolk? 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 Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Suffolk station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Margate to Suffolk train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Suffolk train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stowmarket station.
Book your Margate to Suffolk train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Margate and Suffolk is 91.3 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Stowmarket via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 17m.