What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at The Square via London Victoria, South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Margate to Lyme Regis?

The distance between Margate and Lyme Regis is 245 miles. The road distance is 218.6 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to Lyme Regis without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 10m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Margate to Lyme Regis?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Margate to Lyme Regis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Lyme Regis bus from?

Margate to Lyme Regis bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Lyme Regis train from?

Margate to Lyme Regis train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Lyme Regis?

The best way to get from Margate to Lyme Regis is to train via London which takes 6h 10m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Margate to Lyme Regis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Lyme Regis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Lyme Regis?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Lyme Regis is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Margate to Lyme Regis.

Where can I stay near Lyme Regis?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Lyme Regis.

Margate to Lyme Regis - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Margate to Lyme Regis 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 Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 10m
£101–197
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
10h 25m
£36–64
Drive 217.4 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Lyme Regiscar 217.4 mi
3h 59m
£54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 24m
£92–182
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Abbey Wood (London)train
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain
7h 50m
£108–220

Margate to Lyme Regis by train and bus

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Distance: 243.3 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Lyme Regis, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Co-op Store via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to The Square via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, South Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 25m.

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