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

The cheapest way to get from Kingsdown to Margate is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kingsdown to Margate is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Kingsdown and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Kingsdown to Margate. However, there are services departing from Ripple Turning and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Kingsdown to Margate?

The distance between Kingsdown and Margate is 16 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kingsdown to Margate without a car is to line 81 bus and train which takes 1h 16m and costs £8 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Kingsdown to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kingsdown to Margate bus from?

Kingsdown to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Ripple Turning station.

Where does the Kingsdown to Margate bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kingsdown to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Kingsdown to Margate is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Kingsdown to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Margate.

Kingsdown to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 81 bus, and line 12 bus

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

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Line 81 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wellington Paddocks to South Streetbus 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Deal to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 16m
£9–15
Line 12 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ripple Turning to Bus Stationbus 12
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
1h 46m
£5–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kingsdown to Margatetaxi 16.9 mi
28 min
£75–95
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Kingsdown to Margatecar 16.9 mi
28 min
£5–6
Line 81 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Ripple Turning to Queen Streetbus 81 / ...
2. Take the train from Deal to Ramsgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Ramsgate station to Alexandra Roadbus
1h 52m
£12–18

Kingsdown to Margate by bus, foot, and train

128Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Kingsdown, Kent, England and Margate, England?

You can take a bus from Ripple Turning to Marine Terrace via Bus Station in around 1h 46m.

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