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Outbound fromBroadstairs to Margate by train
It takes an average of 5m to travel from Broadstairs to Margate by train, over a distance of around 3 miles (5 km). There are normally 94 trains per day travelling from Broadstairs to Margate and tickets for this journey start from £4.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:04 | |
| Departure station | Broadstairs | |
| Arrival station | Margate | |
| Journey time | From 4m | |
| Distance | 3 miles (5 km) | |
| Frequency | 94 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.90 | |
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Taking the train from Broadstairs to Margate in just 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Broadstairs to Margate? We've got you covered.
It takes as little as 4 minutes to travel the 3 miles from Broadstairs to Margate by train on the fastest direct Southeastern services. You'll normally find around 63 trains per day running between these two popular stations.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from Broadstairs to Margate? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
Book train tickets from Broadstairs to Margate in advance instead of buying them on the day to save money. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Margate by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Broadstairs to Margate
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Broadstairs to Margate 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.