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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Margate is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Margate is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Margate. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Margate via Grantham and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Skegness to Margate?

The distance between Skegness and Margate is 255 miles. The road distance is 204.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Skegness to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Margate train from?

Skegness to Margate train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Where does the Skegness to Margate train arrive?

Skegness to Margate train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Margate is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Skegness to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1234+ hotels available in Margate.

Skegness to Margate - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Skegness to Margate by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
4h 43m
£93–172
Drive 203.5 mi
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1. Drive from Skegness to Margatecar 203.5 mi
3h 55m
£51–73
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Skegness to Sleafordtrain
2. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
6h 13m
£124–178

Skegness to Margate by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Margate via Grantham, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 43m.

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