What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo East Station and Margate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Marine Terrace. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo East Station and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo East Station to Margate. However, there are services departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

The distance between Waterloo East Station and Margate is 94 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo East Station to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo East Station to Margate bus from?

Waterloo East Station to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo East Station to Margate train from?

Waterloo East Station to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

The best way to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Waterloo East Station to Margate bus arrive?

Waterloo East Station to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marine Terrace station.

Where does the Waterloo East Station to Margate train arrive?

Waterloo East Station to Margate train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.

Can I drive from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo East Station to Margate is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Waterloo East Station to Margate.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo East Station to Margate?

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo East Station to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 14m
£46–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terracebus 022
3h 3m
£15–40
Drive 74.7 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo East Station to Margatecar 74.7 mi
1h 29m
£19–27
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
2h 41m
£47–88
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 58m
£37–71

Waterloo East Station to Margate by foot and train

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.2 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Waterloo East Station, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Marine Terrace every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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