How much is the train ticket from Margate to Canterbury?

The cheapest train tickets from Margate to Canterbury start from R 195. The average price for this train route is around R 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 25 km. The quickest train can get 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.

Train Margate to Canterbury from R 191

Next train departures

Next departures from Margate to Canterbury on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Margate	1h 1m	10:01	Canterbury West	Cheapest
Train	07:15	Margate	33m	07:48	Canterbury West	Fastest
Train	07:16	Margate	54m	08:10	Canterbury East	No tags
Train	07:46	Margate	35m	08:21	Canterbury West	No tags
Train	07:55	Margate	37m	08:32	Canterbury West	No tags

Next departures from Margate to Canterbury on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:49	Margate	33m	08:22	Canterbury West	CheapestFastest
Train	08:22	Margate	43m	09:05	Canterbury West	No tags
Train	08:49	Margate	33m	09:22	Canterbury West	No tags
Train	09:49	Margate	33m	10:22	Canterbury West	No tags
Train	09:57	Margate	1h 8m	11:05	Canterbury West	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Margate to Canterbury

We recommend taking the bus

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 R 189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

56mAverage duration

26 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 189 - R 193	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 195 - R 357	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 87 - R 87	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

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 R 195

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Margate to Canterbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Margate to Canterbury start from R 195. The average price for this train route is around R 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 25 km. The quickest train can get 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.

Best price found

10/12

R 191

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R 192

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R 193

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R 191

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The cheapest trip from Margate to Canterbury was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 191

To 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 R 191 to R 340 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 R 191, which is on 2025-12-13.