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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Margate is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Margate is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Margate. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Margate. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Margate?

The distance between Birmingham and Margate is 205 miles. The road distance is 198.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Margate without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Birmingham to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Margate bus from?

Birmingham to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Margate train from?

Birmingham to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Margate?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Margate is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Birmingham to Margate bus arrive?

Birmingham to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Birmingham to Margate train arrive?

Birmingham to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Margate is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Birmingham to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 22m
£83–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to London Victoriabus Uk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h 10m
£30–63
Drive 197.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Margatecar 197.6 mi
3h 18m
£49–70
Fly, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BHX - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
6h 28m
£215–540
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain
2. Take the bus from Marylebone Station to Stratford International Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
5h 3m
£93–180

Birmingham to Margate by train and foot

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Margate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newhall Street to Marine Terrace via London Victoria in around 7h 10m.

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