The average train between Rochester and Margate takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 55 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rochester to Margate. 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 Rochester and Margate. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochester is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Margate at 12:21 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester station and arriving at Margate station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.
Rochester to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.
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The distance between Rochester and Margate is 61.1 km. The road distance is 65 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Rochester to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h 1m.