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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Margate is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Margate. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Margate via Marks Tey, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Margate?

The distance between Stanstead and Margate is 148 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Stanstead to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Margate bus from?

Stanstead to Margate bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Stanway Close station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Margate train from?

Stanstead to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Margate?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Margate is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and bus and line 108 bus, which costs £26 - £100 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Stanstead to Margate bus arrive?

Stanstead to Margate bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Margate train arrive?

Stanstead to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Margate is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Stanstead to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Margate.

Stanstead to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Margate. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanstead to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 19m
£68–130
Line 41 bus, bus, line 108 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stanway Close to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 86 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
5. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
6. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Marine Terracebus 022
8h 27m
£26–98
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Margatecar 116.8 mi
2h 12m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hospital Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge South to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
5h 33m
£80–133

Stanstead to Margate by bus and train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Margate via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Marine Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 8h 27m.

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