The average train between Romford and Margate takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Romford 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 hourly between Romford and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Romford is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Margate at 1:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Romford to Margate? 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 Romford to Margate. However, there are services departing from Romford station and arriving at Margate station via Margate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Romford to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford International station.
Romford to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Romford to Margate train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Romford and Margate is 85.9 km. The road distance is 151 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 22m.