What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury East to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury East to Margate is to bus which costs £2 - £8 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury East to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury East to Margate is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury East and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Marine Terrace. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury East and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Margate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Canterbury East to Margate?

The distance between Canterbury East and Margate is 22 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury East to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Margate without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury East to Margate?

The train from Canterbury West to Margate takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury East to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury East to Margate train from?

Canterbury East to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury East to Margate?

The best way to get from Canterbury East to Margate is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £8 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Canterbury East to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury East to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury East to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury East to Margate is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Canterbury East to Margate.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury East to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
54 min
£10–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
59 min
£2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury East to Margatetaxi 16.9 mi
28 min
£75–95
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury East to Margatecar 16.9 mi
28 min
£5–6

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Canterbury East, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury West to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 34 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. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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