4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Rainham
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Rainham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Rainham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 6 trains that leave Margate for Rainham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
P89122_P8619716:241h01Margate station (MAR)17:25Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes- P86200_P8620117:020h50Margate station (MAR)17:52Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes
- P86209_P8621018:020h50Margate station (MAR)18:52Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes
- P8620517:241h01Margate station (MAR)18:25Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£81One-way0 changes
- P86205 · P8536617:240h54Margate station (MAR)18:18Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£91One-way1 change
- P8516716:320h46Margate station (MAR)17:18Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£111One-way0 changes
- P86200_P8620117:020h50Margate station (MAR)17:52Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes
- P86209_P8621018:020h50Margate station (MAR)18:52Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes
- P86205 · P8536617:240h54Margate station (MAR)18:18Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£91One-way1 change
- P89122_P8619716:241h01Margate station (MAR)17:25Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£71One-way0 changes
Live departures
Margate to Rainham train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Rainham trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P89122_P86197 | 16:24 Margate station (MAR) | 1h01 | 17:25 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85167 | On time 16:32 Margate station (MAR) | 0h46 | 17:18 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86200_P86201 | 17:02 Margate station (MAR) | 0h50 | 17:52 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86205 · P85366 | On time 17:24 Margate station (MAR) | 0h54 | 18:18 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 1 change | |
| P86205 | On time 17:24 Margate station (MAR) | 1h01 | 18:25 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P86209_P86210 | 18:02 Margate station (MAR) | 0h50 | 18:52 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Rainham
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FAQs: Margate to Rainham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to Rainham 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 Rainham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Rainham
Most Margate to Rainham trains use the Margate to Rainham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Rainham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Margate station do trains to Rainham leave from?
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.
Which Rainham station do trains from Margate arrive at?
Getting to Rainham (Kent) from Rainham city centre
Rainham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Rainham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rainham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Kent). 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 Rainham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rainham (Kent): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Kent): 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 0 or 1 for services towards London via main station entrance or side entrance out of hours. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance and short ramp from Granary Close. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 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: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:48 Saturday 06:30 - 20:48 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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