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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Margate | Canterbury West | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Margate | Canterbury West | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Margate to Canterbury
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Canterbury. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at £9
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate to Canterbury by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Margate to Canterbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Margate to Canterbury start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Margate to Canterbury?
The average train journey time from Margate to Canterbury is 43m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 33m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators serve the Margate to Canterbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Margate to Canterbury?
The earliest train from Margate to Canterbury departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Margate to Canterbury was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Margate to Canterbury as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £16 for a train ticket from Margate to Canterbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-13.
