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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Margate is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Margate is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Margate. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone 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 to Margate?

The distance between Maidstone and Margate is 54 miles. The road distance is 43.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Margate without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Maidstone to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Margate bus from?

Maidstone to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidstone to Margate?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Margate is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Maidstone to Margate bus arrive?

Maidstone to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Margate is 44 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Maidstone to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Maidstone to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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
£27–52
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Bus Stationbus 814
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8 / ...
2h 3m
£8–11
Drive 43.6 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Margatecar 43.6 mi
49 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Margatetaxi 43.6 mi
49 min
£190–230
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pudding Lane to Victoria Streetbus 101
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 59m
£21–38

Maidstone to Margate by train

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Margate via Ashford International in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Marine Terrace via Bus Station in around 2h 3m.

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