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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Sittingbourne is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Sittingbourne is to train which takes 36 min and costs £15 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Sittingbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Sittingbourne. However, there are services departing from Cecil Square and arriving at Bus Hub via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Sittingbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Margate and arriving at Sittingbourne. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Margate to Sittingbourne?

The distance between Margate and Sittingbourne is 29 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Sittingbourne without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £15 - £30.

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

The train from Margate to Sittingbourne takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Margate to Sittingbourne bus from?

Margate to Sittingbourne bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Cecil Square station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Sittingbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Margate to Sittingbourne?

The best way to get from Margate to Sittingbourne is to train which takes 36 min and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Margate to Sittingbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Sittingbourne train arrive?

Margate to Sittingbourne train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Sittingbourne station.

Can I drive from Margate to Sittingbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Sittingbourne is 32 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Margate to Sittingbourne.

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

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Margate to Sittingbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Margate to Sittingbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Sittingbournetrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
36 min
£15–30
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cecil Square to Bus Stationbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Hubbus X3
2h 34m
£6
Drive 31.5 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Sittingbournecar 31.5 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Margate to Sittingbournetaxi 31.5 mi
40 min
£140–170

Margate to Sittingbourne by train

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Distance: 29.1 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Sittingbourne every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cecil Square to Bus Hub via Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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