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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Margate is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Margate. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Margate. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Margate via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Margate?

The distance between Ipswich and Margate is 151 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Ipswich to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Margate bus from?

Ipswich to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Margate train from?

Ipswich to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Margate?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Margate is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h.

Where does the Ipswich to Margate bus arrive?

Ipswich to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Ipswich to Margate train arrive?

Ipswich to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Margate is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Ipswich to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 50m
£72–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h
£27–47
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Margatecar 123.1 mi
2h 9m
£31–44

Ipswich to Margate by train

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Margate via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Marine Terrace via London Victoria in around 7h.

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