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

The cheapest way to get from Tankerton to Margate is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tankerton to Margate is to train which takes 22 min and costs £8 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Tankerton and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Graystone Road and arriving at Lesters. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tankerton and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitstable and arriving at Margate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Tankerton to Margate?

The distance between Tankerton and Margate is 15 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tankerton to Margate without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

The train from Whitstable to Margate takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tankerton to Margate bus from?

Tankerton to Margate bus services, operated by YMS Travel, depart from Graystone Road station.

Where do I catch the Tankerton to Margate train from?

Tankerton to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Tankerton to Margate?

The best way to get from Tankerton to Margate is to train which takes 22 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 36 bus, which costs and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Tankerton to Margate bus arrive?

Tankerton to Margate bus services, operated by YMS Travel, arrive at Lesters station.

Where does the Tankerton to Margate train arrive?

Tankerton to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Tankerton to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Tankerton to Margate is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Tankerton to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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Tankerton to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tankerton to Margate by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
22 min
£8–16
Drive 16.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tankerton to Margatecar 16.3 mi
22 min
£4–6
Line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Graystone Road to Lestersbus 36
1h 19m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tankerton to Margatetaxi 16.3 mi
22 min
£75–90
Line 401 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tankerton Circus to Bus Stationbus 400 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Marine Terracebus 8A / ...
1h 42m
£5–11

Tankerton to Margate by train

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Distance: 14.9 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Whitstable to Margate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, YMS Travel operates a bus from Graystone Road to Lesters twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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