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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Margate is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Margate. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Margate. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Margate?

The distance between Gatwick and Margate is 123 miles. The road distance is 82.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Gatwick to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Margate bus from?

Gatwick to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Margate train from?

Gatwick to Margate train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Margate?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Margate is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Gatwick to Margate bus arrive?

Gatwick to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gatwick to Margate train arrive?

Gatwick to Margate train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Margate is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Gatwick to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Margate.

Gatwick to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 52m
£63–128
Drive 81.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Margatecar 81.7 mi
1h 24m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
6h 25m
£26–64
Train via London
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
2h 56m
£49–111

Gatwick to Margate by bus and train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Margate via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 25m.

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