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Outbound fromLondon Victoria to Margate by train
It takes an average of 1h 52m to travel from London Victoria to Margate by train, over a distance of around 66 miles (106 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from London Victoria to Margate and tickets for this journey start from £12 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:10 | |
| Departure station | London Victoria | |
| Arrival station | Margate | |
| Journey time | From 1h 42m | |
| Distance | 66 miles (106 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12 | |
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About the train journey from London Victoria to Margate
If you want to know more about the journey from London Victoria to Margate by train, look no further!
On average, it takes around 1h 57m to travel from London Victoria to Margate by train, and you'll usually find 19 trains running along the route daily for 66 miles (106 km). Once you're on board, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes along the way. You’ll be travelling on a Southeastern service on your way to Margate, as they operate all trains on this route. Their fastest train takes just 1h 45m and during your journey you can enjoy free WiFi and access to an onboard entertainment system. Fancy travelling in style? Selected routes also have First Class seating.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from London Victoria to Margate in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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FAQs about the train journey from London Victoria to Margate
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Cheap train tickets from London Victoria to Margate
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 London Victoria 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.
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