The average train between Southampton and Margate takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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 Southampton and Margate. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Margate at 1:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Clapham Junction and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Margate station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Southampton to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Southampton to Margate train tickets online with South Western Railway, Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Southampton and Margate is 201.8 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 45m.