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

The cheapest way to get from New Cross to Margate is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from New Cross to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between New Cross and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Cross Gate Station station and arriving at Marine Terrace. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between New Cross and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deptford and arriving at Margate. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from New Cross to Margate?

The distance between New Cross and Margate is 67 miles. The road distance is 71 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Cross to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £70.

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

The train from Deptford to Margate takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the New Cross to Margate bus from?

New Cross to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from New Cross Gate Station.

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

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

Train or bus from New Cross to Margate?

The best way to get from New Cross to Margate is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the New Cross to Margate bus arrive?

New Cross to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marine Terrace station.

Where does the New Cross to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Cross to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between New Cross to Margate is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from New Cross to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from New Cross to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from New Cross to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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New Cross to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deptford to Margatetrain London Cannon Street - Ramsgate / ...
2h 7m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Marine Terracebus 022
2h 30m
£14–35
Drive 70.6 mi
1. Drive from New Cross to Margatecar 70.6 mi
1h 18m
£18–25
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Deptford to Gillingham (Kent)train St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 29m
£34–70

New Cross to Margate by train

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between New Cross, Greater London, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Deptford to Margate 4 times a week. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from New Cross Gate Station to Marine Terrace 5 times a day. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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