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Margate to London by train
It takes an average of 2h 10m to travel from Margate to London by train, over a distance of around 65 miles (105 km). There are normally 110 trains per day traveling from Margate to London and tickets for this journey start from $15.13 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:34 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:30 pm | |
| Departure station | Margate | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
| Distance | 65 miles (105 km) | |
| Frequency | 110 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $15.13 | |
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Taking the train from Margate to London in 1 hour 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Margate to London? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 km from Margate to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 110 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Train tickets from Margate to London start from $15.13 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to London? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Margate to London
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Margate to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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