What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate is to line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea 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 37m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Margate is 119 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 37m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Margate bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Margate bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Margate train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Margate train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Margate is to train via London which takes 2h 37m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Margate bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Margate bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Margate train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Margate train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Margate is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Margate?

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Southend-on-Sea to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea 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 37m
£52–115
Line 28 bus, line 100 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange 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 43m
£16–34
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Margatecar 85 mi
1h 33m
£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 41m
£59–126

Southend-on-Sea to Margate by bus

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, 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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 43m.

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