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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Margate for London Gatwick Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
8:493h25Margate12:14London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes
- 8:493h25Margate12:14London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Margate to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 111 km
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£38 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Margate to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:49 Margate | 3h25 | 12:14 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Margate to London Gatwick Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 12:49. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 12:49 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and London Gatwick Airport from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Margate to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and London Gatwick Airport
Most Margate to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Margate to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: 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.
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