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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Margate is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Southampton to Margate?

The distance between Southampton and Margate is 152 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Margate without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Southampton to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Margate train from?

Southampton to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Margate?

The best way to get from Southampton to Margate is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Southampton to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Margate train arrive?

Southampton to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Margate is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Southampton to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
3h 45m
£67–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
6h 55m
£32–77
Drive 145.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Margatecar 145.9 mi
2h 37m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
4h 41m
£75–166
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central 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 30m
£77–153

Southampton to Margate by train

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Distance: 150.9 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 55m.

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