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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Margate Station is to line 15 bus and line 8 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Margate Station is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Margate Station?

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

Is there a direct train between Dover and Margate Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Margate. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Dover to Margate Station?

The distance between Dover and Margate Station is 27 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Margate Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £25.

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

The train from Dover Priory to Margate takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Dover to Margate Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Margate Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Margate Station?

The best way to get from Dover to Margate Station is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus and line 8 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Dover to Margate Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Margate Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Margate Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Margate Station is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Dover to Margate Station.

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

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Dover to Margate Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 15 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Margate Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 1m
£14–25
Line 15 bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Stationbus 15
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Nayland Rockbus 8 / ...
1h 37m
£6
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Margate Stationcar 21.9 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Margate Stationtaxi 21.9 mi
31 min
£95–120
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 1m
£13–25

Dover to Margate Station by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Margate 5 times a week. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Nayland Rock via Bus Station in around 1h 37m.

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