What is the cheapest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate is to bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone East Station and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone East Station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone East Station and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone East Station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Margate via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

The distance between Maidstone East Station and Margate is 48 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

How do I travel from Maidstone East Station to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate without a car is to line 101 bus and train which takes 1h 42m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone East Station to Margate bus from?

Maidstone East Station to Margate bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Earl Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone East Station to Margate train from?

Maidstone East Station to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

The best way to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Maidstone East Station to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone East Station to Margate train arrive?

Maidstone East Station to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone East Station to Margate is 43 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Maidstone East Station to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone East Station to Margate?

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone East Station to Margate by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 101 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Maidstone East station to Chatham stationbus 101
2. Take the train from Chatham to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 42m
£22–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Earl Street to Bus Stationbus X3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
2h 55m
£5–11
Drive 43.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone East Station to Margatecar 43.1 mi
48 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone East Station to Margatetaxi 43.1 mi
48 min
£190–230
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 59m
£28–60

Maidstone East Station to Margate by bus and train

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1h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Maidstone East Station, England and Margate, England?

You can take a vehicle from Maidstone East Station to Marine Terrace via Earl Street and Bus Station in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidstone East to Margate via Ashford International in around 1h 59m.

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