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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Station is to line 16 bus and line 8 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Station is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Margate Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Margate Station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Nayland Rock via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Margate Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Margate. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Margate Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Margate Station is 55 miles. The road distance is 27.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Margate Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £28 - £60.

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

The train from Folkestone Central to Margate takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs twice a week.

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

Folkestone to Margate Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

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

Folkestone to Margate Station train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Margate Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Margate Station is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 8 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Folkestone to Margate Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Margate Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Margate Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Margate Station is 27 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Folkestone to Margate Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate Station?

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Folkestone to Margate Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate
1h 5m
£28–60
Line 16 bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Nayland Rockbus 8 / ...
1h 48m
£6
Drive 27.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Margate Stationcar 27.1 mi
40 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Margate Stationtaxi 27.1 mi
40 min
£120–150
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 13m
£17–35

Folkestone to Margate Station by train

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Margate twice a week. Tickets cost £28–60 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Nayland Rock via Bus Station in around 1h 48m.

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