What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to New Forest is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Margate to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Margate and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Swindon via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Margate to New Forest?

The distance between Margate and New Forest is 185 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to New Forest without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £75 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Margate to New Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Margate to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to New Forest train from?

Margate to New Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Where does the Margate to New Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to New Forest is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Margate to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1044+ hotels available in New Forest.

Margate to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Margate to New Forest by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 27m
£79–172
Drive 152.8 mi
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1. Drive from Margate to New Forestcar 152.8 mi
2h 38m
£38–54
Train via Newbury
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
5h 11m
£78–159
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
4. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
7h 26m
£66–133

Margate to New Forest by train, subway, and bus

70Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Margate, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Five Alls Court via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 4h 27m.

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