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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Margate is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Margate is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth to Margate. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Margate. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Margate?

The distance between Bournemouth and Margate is 181 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Margate without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Bournemouth to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Margate bus from?

Bournemouth to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Margate train from?

Bournemouth to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Margate?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Margate is to train via London which takes 4h 30m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Margate bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Margate train arrive?

Bournemouth to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Margate is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Bournemouth to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Margate by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 30m
£74–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h 15m
£25–50
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Margatecar 172.5 mi
3h
£44–63
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
4h 58m
£66–111
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
5h 22m
£82–164

Bournemouth to Margate by train

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth to Marine Terrace via London Green Line Coach Station and London Victoria in around 7h 15m.

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