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 £45 - £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 £45 - £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 40m.

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 40m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m 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?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Skegness to Margate by train, bus, 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 40m
£103–193
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensgate Bus Stnbus X12
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terracebus 022
8h 22m
£45–136
Bus, train via King's Lynn
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Transport Interchangebus 505
2. Take the train from Kings Lynn to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
8h 11m
£98–216
Drive 203.5 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Margatecar 203.5 mi
3h 55m
£50–72

Skegness to Margate by train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

£103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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 40m.

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