The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to London Stansted Airport
- Cheapest price on 07 Nov
- £37
- Average ticket price on 07 Nov
- £38
- Fastest journey on 07 Nov
- 3 h 18 m
- Average journey duration on 07 Nov
- 3 h 19 m
- Trains on 07 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
On Sat 07 Nov, we found 2 trains from Margate to London Stansted Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.

8:05 3h18 Margate 11:23 London Stansted Airport £37 1 One-way 0 changes
9:05 3h19 Margate 12:24 London Stansted Airport £38 1 One-way 0 changes

8:05 3h18 Margate 11:23 London Stansted Airport £37 1 One-way 0 changes
9:05 3h19 Margate 12:24 London Stansted Airport £38 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Margate to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 08:32. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 8:32 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Margate to London Stansted Airport trip
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Live departures
Margate to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:05 Margate | 3h18 | 11:23 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:05 Margate | 3h19 | 12:24 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Margate and London Stansted Airport
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FAQs: Margate to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and London Stansted Airport
Most Margate to London Stansted Airport trains use the Margate to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and London Stansted 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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