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The cheapest and fastest trains from Beckenham to Margate
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beckenham to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beckenham to Margate will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Beckenham for Margate every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
08:311h54
Beckenham10:25Margate
£141One-way
0 changes
08:501h55
Beckenham10:45Margate
£141One-way
0 changes
08:202h04
Beckenham10:24Margate
£161One-way
0 changes
09:202h04
Beckenham11:24Margate
£161One-way
0 changes
08:311h54
Beckenham10:25Margate
£141One-way
0 changes
08:501h55
Beckenham10:45Margate
£141One-way
0 changes
08:202h04
Beckenham10:24Margate
£161One-way
0 changes
09:202h04
Beckenham11:24Margate
£161One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Beckenham to Margate
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Trains from Beckenham to Margate run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 22:17 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern from Beckenham to Margate trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Beckenham and Margate from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£46
Southeastern frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Beckenham to Margate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beckenham to Margate by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a fulfilling visit to Margate, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its beaches, cultural attractions, and local cuisine.
The train journey from Beckenham to Margate offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Kent countryside and views of the coast as you approach Margate, making it a visually appealing trip.
Yes, there is a direct train between Beckenham and Margate. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
Yes, a day trip from Beckenham to Margate is feasible with a travel time of 1h 54m and a distance of 98 km. The frequency is 7 per day for trains.
The train distance from Beckenham to Margate is 98 km.
Booking trains from Beckenham to Margate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Beckenham to Margate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Beckenham to Margate covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Margate is by train, costing approximately £14.
The first train from Beckenham to Margate leaves at 4:17.
The last train from Beckenham to Margate departs at 22:17.
The train station in Beckenham that goes to Margate is Kent House (KTH), and it arrives at Margate station (MAR).
Trains from Beckenham to Margate run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Beckenham to Margate.
There is no night train service from Beckenham to Margate.
Yes, you can take the train from Beckenham to Margate.
To travel from Beckenham to Margate, you can take a train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Beckenham and Margate
Beckenham
Margate
The major train station for departures in Beckenham is Kent House. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kent House for your trip from Beckenham to Margate.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 17:30 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms through subway.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Kent House
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Herne Hill: Beckenham Road Bus Stop BL Towards Beckenham Junction: Beckenham Road Bus Stop BA
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to platforms 1&2 via booking hall for services to London and Crystal Palace. Step free access to platforms 3&4 via Waitrose car park and ramped side gate located on platform 4 for services away from London. Step free route between platforms in excess of 400 metres
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1/2 Only available up to 19:00 (7pm)
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Beckenham Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, bus stop A
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 13:00 Saturday 07:20 - 14:00 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms . No step free interchange between platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 beyond subway, and Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for New Beckenham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards London - Bus stop A on Copers Cope Road. Towards Hayes - Bus stop B on Copers Cope Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your journey to Margate from Beckenham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
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