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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Margate is to bus which costs £60 - £140 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Margate is to fly and train which takes 4h 49m and costs £110 - £410.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Margate. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Scotland to Margate?

The distance between Scotland and Margate is 492 miles. The road distance is 468.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Margate without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £130 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Scotland to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Margate bus from?

Scotland to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Margate train from?

Scotland to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Margate?

The best way to get from Scotland to Margate is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £130 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Scotland to Margate bus arrive?

Scotland to Margate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Scotland to Margate train arrive?

Scotland to Margate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Margate is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Scotland to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
6h 41m
£135–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn13 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
13h 35m
£63–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
12h 11m
£98–162
Drive 465.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Margatecar 465.8 mi
7h 45m
£115–166
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
4h 49m
£116–408
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
5h 6m
£126–372
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
5h 7m
£95–225
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
5h 14m
£75–215
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
5h 31m
£82–220
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
5h 47m
£81–210

Scotland to Margate by train and foot

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 489.5 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Scotland and Margate, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Margate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria in around 13h 35m.

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