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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Margate is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Margate. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Margate. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Margate via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Margate?

The distance between Portsmouth and Margate is 168 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Margate without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Portsmouth to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Margate bus from?

Portsmouth to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Margate train from?

Portsmouth to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Margate?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Margate is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Margate train arrive?

Portsmouth to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Margate is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Portsmouth to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 47m
£74–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h 5m
£28–45
Drive 140.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Margatecar 140.5 mi
2h 22m
£36–52
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
5h
£70–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the train from Ashford International to Margatetrain
6h 11m
£61–109

Portsmouth to Margate by train, subway, and foot

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Margate via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 5m.

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