Greenwich to Margate train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenwich to Margate

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenwich to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Greenwich to Margate will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Greenwich for Margate every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.

Thameslink
07:272h32
Greenwich
09:59Margate
£201One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
04:473h12
Greenwich
07:59Margate
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
05:572h29
Greenwich
08:26Margate
£241One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Greenwich to Margate train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeastern04:47 Greenwich
3h12
07:59 Margate0 changesdirect
thameslink05:57 Greenwich
2h29
08:26 Margate0 changesdirect
thameslink07:27 Greenwich
2h32
09:59 Margate0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Greenwich to Margate

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Trains from Greenwich to Margate run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
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
96 km
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 22m
First train
04:14
Last train
20:49
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, Thameslink from Greenwich to Margate trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Greenwich and Margate from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£15
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Greenwich to Margate train

FAQs: Travel by train from Greenwich to Margate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Greenwich to Margate.
FAQs
The train distance from Greenwich to Margate is 96 km.
Booking trains from Greenwich 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 Greenwich to Margate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Greenwich to Margate covers a distance of 96 km and takes approximately 2h 22m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Margate is by train, costing approximately £15.
The first train from Greenwich to Margate leaves at 4:14.
The last train from Greenwich to Margate departs at 20:49.
The train station in Greenwich that goes to Margate is Greenwich station (GNW), and it arrives at Margate station (MAR).
Trains from Greenwich to Margate run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Greenwich to Margate.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Greenwich to Margate.
There is no night train service from Greenwich to Margate.
Yes, you can take the train from Greenwich to Margate.
To travel from Greenwich to Margate, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Greenwich and Margate

Greenwich
Margate
The major train station for departures in Greenwich is Greenwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greenwich for your trip from Greenwich to Margate.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed. Please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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 platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station 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: Booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On Platform 2 - Turn right after exiting booking hall.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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 Greenwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Charlton: Bus stop N on Greenwich High Road Towards New Cross or London Bridge: Bus stop P on Greenwich High Road

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