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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Margate is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Margate is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Margate. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Ramsgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Dover to Margate?

The distance between Dover and Margate is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Margate without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £11 - £23.

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

The train from Dover Priory to Ramsgate takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dover to Margate bus from?

Dover to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Priory Street station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Margate train from?

Dover to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Margate?

The best way to get from Dover to Margate is to train which takes 37 min and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Dover to Margate bus arrive?

Dover to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dover to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Margate is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Dover to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Dover to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
37 min
£11–23
Line 15 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Stationbus 15
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
1h 37m
£5–11
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Margatecar 21.4 mi
30 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Margatetaxi 21.4 mi
30 min
£95–120

Dover to Margate by train

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37 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 21.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Ramsgate hourly. Tickets cost £11–23 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Marine Terrace via Bus Station in around 1h 37m.

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