What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Hayling Island?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Hayling Island is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Hayling Island?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Hayling Island is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Hayling Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Hayling Island. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Mill Rythe School via London Victoria, Gunwharf Quays and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Hayling Island?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Hayling Island. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Havant via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Margate to Hayling Island?

The distance between Margate and Hayling Island is 165 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to Hayling Island without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Hayling Island without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Margate to Hayling Island?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Margate to Hayling Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Hayling Island bus from?

Margate to Hayling Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Hayling Island train from?

Margate to Hayling Island train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Hayling Island?

The best way to get from Margate to Hayling Island is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Margate to Hayling Island bus arrive?

Margate to Hayling Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Margate to Hayling Island train arrive?

Margate to Hayling Island train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Hayling Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Hayling Island is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Margate to Hayling Island.

Where can I stay near Hayling Island?

There are 3077+ hotels available in Hayling Island.

Margate to Hayling Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Margate to Hayling Island by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Havanttrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 50m
£79–168
Drive 139.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Margate to South Haylingcar 139.3 mi
2h 24m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Georges Squarebus 030
8h 3m
£35–85
Train
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Havanttrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 28m
£80–157

Margate to Hayling Island by train, foot, subway, and bus

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Hayling Island, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Mill Rythe School via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Havant, and Bus Station in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Mill Rythe School via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, St Georges Square, Gunwharf Quays, and Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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