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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Margate is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Margate is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Margate. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Margate via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Margate?

The distance between Plymouth and Margate is 319 miles. The road distance is 288.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Margate without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £140 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Plymouth to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Margate bus from?

Plymouth to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Margate train from?

Plymouth to Margate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Margate?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Margate is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £140 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Plymouth to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Margate train arrive?

Plymouth to Margate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Margate is 289 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Plymouth to Margate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Plymouth to Margate - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
5h 18m
£148–292
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
9h 55m
£58–139
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
8h 46m
£64–123
Drive 287.2 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Margatecar 287.2 mi
4h 54m
£70–101
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
8h 8m
£287–589
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
8h 23m
£242–545
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
8h 53m
£158–326

Plymouth to Margate by bus, foot, and train

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8h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317.4 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Margate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 55m.

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