What is the cheapest way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate is to line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Southend Central Station and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend Central Station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Travel Centre and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Southend Central Station and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Southend Central Station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Margate via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Southend Central Station to Margate?

The distance between Southend Central Station and Margate is 119 miles. The road distance is 83.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southend Central Station to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Southend Central Station to Margate?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Southend Central Station to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend Central Station to Margate bus from?

Southend Central Station to Margate bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Travel Centre station.

Where do I catch the Southend Central Station to Margate train from?

Southend Central Station to Margate train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Train or bus from Southend Central Station to Margate?

The best way to get from Southend Central Station to Margate is to train via London which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Southend Central Station to Margate bus arrive?

Southend Central Station to Margate bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend Central Station to Margate train arrive?

Southend Central Station to Margate train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend Central Station to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend Central Station to Margate is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Southend Central Station to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend Central Station to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Southend Central Station to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend Central Station to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 38m
£52–115
Line 28 bus, line 100 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 022
5h 56m
£16–35
Drive 83.5 mi
1. Drive from Southend Central Station to Margatecar 83.5 mi
1h 37m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 49m
£59–126

Southend Central Station to Margate by train

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Southend Central Station, England and Margate, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Margate via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Southend Central Station to Marine Terrace via Travel Centre, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 56m.

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