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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Margate is to train which costs $3 and takes 2h 13m.

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 59 min and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Margate station. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station, platform 1 and arriving at Sandgate station, platform 1 via Northgate station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Margate?

The distance between Ipswich and Margate is 70 km. The road distance is 68.9 km.

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 13m and costs $3.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m 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 Translink, depart from Ipswich station - Bell St.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Margate train from?

Ipswich to Margate train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station, platform 1.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Margate?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Margate is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can bus and line 310 bus, which costs $4 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Ipswich to Margate bus arrive?

Ipswich to Margate bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre station.

Where does the Ipswich to Margate train arrive?

Ipswich to Margate train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Northgate station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Margate is 69 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Ipswich to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 546+ hotels available in Margate.

Ipswich to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 310 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station - Bell St and arriving at Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centre via Roma Street busway, platform 1, RBWH station, platform 2 and Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

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

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1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Northgate station, platform 4train Ipca / ...
2h 13m
$3
Bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centrebus R594 / ...
2. Take the bus from RBWH station, platform 2 to Hornibrook Hwy at Eventidebus 310
2h 45m
$4
Drive 68.9 km
1. Drive from Ipswich to Margatecar 68.9 km
59 min
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Margatetaxi 68.9 km
59 min
$200–250
Train, line 690 bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Petrie station, platform 2train Ipca / ...
2. Take the bus from Kippa-Ring station, stop A to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centrebus 690
2h 38m
$3

Ipswich to Margate by train and bus

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Distance: 70.3 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Ipswich, QLD, Australia and Margate, QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Northgate station, platform 4 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centre via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Roma Street busway, platform 1, RBWH station, platform 2, and Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide in around 2h 45m.

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