What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Margate is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Margate is to train which takes 15 min and costs £5 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Herne Bay and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fire Station station and arriving at Lesters. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Margate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Herne Bay to Margate?

The distance between Herne Bay and Margate is 11 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

How do I travel from Herne Bay to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Margate without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £5 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay to Margate?

The train from Herne Bay to Margate takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Margate bus from?

Herne Bay to Margate bus services, operated by YMS Travel, depart from Fire Station.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Margate train from?

Herne Bay to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Train or bus from Herne Bay to Margate?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Margate is to train which takes 15 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 36 bus, which costs and takes 47 min.

Where does the Herne Bay to Margate bus arrive?

Herne Bay to Margate bus services, operated by YMS Travel, arrive at Lesters station.

Where does the Herne Bay to Margate train arrive?

Herne Bay to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Margate is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Herne Bay to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Herne Bay to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Herne Bay to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1284+ hotels available in Margate.

Can I share a ride from Herne Bay to Margate?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Herne Bay and Margate. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Herne Bay to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Herne Bay to Margate by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
15 min
£5–12
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Herne Bay to Margaterideshare 13 mi
35 min
£2
Line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Fire Station to Lestersbus 36
47 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Herne Bay to Margatetaxi 13 mi
18 min
£60–75
Drive 13 mi
1. Drive from Herne Bay to Margatecar 13 mi
18 min
£4–5

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Distance: 11.3 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Herne Bay, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Herne Bay to Margate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, YMS Travel operates a bus from Fire Station to Lesters hourly, and the journey takes 47 min.

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