What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Margate is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Margate is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford International and arriving at Margate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Ashford to Margate?

The distance between Ashford and Margate is 35 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Margate without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Margate?

The train from Ashford International to Margate takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Margate bus from?

Ashford to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Margate train from?

Ashford to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Margate?

The best way to get from Ashford to Margate is to train which takes 50 min and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Ashford to Margate bus arrive?

Ashford to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Marine Terrace station.

Where does the Ashford to Margate train arrive?

Ashford to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Margate is 31 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Ashford to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ashford to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashford to Margate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
50 min
£18–35
Drive 31 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashford to Margatecar 31 mi
49 min
£8–11
Line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8 / ...
1h 32m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford to Margatetaxi 31 mi
49 min
£130–170

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Distance: 34.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Marine Terrace every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 54 min.

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