Margate to Telford train with Southeastern

Thu 25 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Telford

Showing times and prices for 25 Dec

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£-0

Fastest journey

3 h 50 m

Average duration

3 h 56 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

299 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast trains

To travel from Margate to Telford you need to make at least 2 changes.

Southeastern
05:403h50
Margate
09:30Telford
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2 changes
Southeastern
06:274h03
Margate
10:30Telford
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2 changes
Southeastern
07:154h15
Margate
11:30Telford
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3 changes
Southeastern
07:154h15
Margate
11:30Telford
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2 changes
Southeastern
09:323h58
Margate
13:30Telford
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2 changes

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Compare train and coach for Margate to Telford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Telford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £92.

Distance: 299 km

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£92

Average Price

£48

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Cheapest

6h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 0m

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30m

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10h 30m

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10h 0m

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Live departures

Margate to Telford train times

The table below shows live departures for Margate to Telford trains for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 16:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern19:49 Margate
4h41
00:30 Telford2 changes
Southeastern21:49 Margate
8h52
06:41 Telford2 changes
Thursday 25 December
Southeastern05:40 Margate
3h50
09:30 Telford2 changes
Southeastern06:27 Margate
4h03
10:30 Telford2 changes
Southeastern06:45 Margate
4h12
10:57 Telford3 changes
Southeastern06:45 Margate
4h12
10:57 Telford2 changes
Southeastern07:15 Margate
4h15
11:30 Telford3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Margate to Telford

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Trains from Margate to Telford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 09:47. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 6h 0m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48
Distance
299 km
Average train duration
6h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£92
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
6h 0m
First train
05:38
Last train
09:47
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48

Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Telford trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Telford from £48. 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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£182
Southeastern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Margate to Telford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Two to three days in Telford is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Ironbridge Gorge, Blists Hill Victorian Town, and the Telford Town Park.
In Telford, you can explore the Ironbridge Gorge Museums, known for their connection to the Industrial Revolution, and enjoy an interactive experience at the Exotic Zoo. The Telford Ice Rink offers public skating and sports, while the Telford Steam Railway provides scenic rides. For family-friendly fun, visit Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom. Notable sights include the UNESCO-listed Ironbridge Gorge, Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford Town Park, The Wrekin for hiking, and the preserved Sunnycroft villa.
Booking trains from Margate to Telford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Margate to Telford is 299 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Margate to Telford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £92, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The train journey from Margate to Telford covers a distance of 299 km and takes approximately 6h 0m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Telford is by coach, costing approximately £48.
The first train from Margate to Telford leaves at 5:38.
The train station in Margate that goes to Telford is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Telford Central (TFC).
The last train from Margate to Telford departs at 9:47.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Telford.
Trains from Margate to Telford run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Telford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Telford.
There is no night train service from Margate to Telford.
The train journey from Margate to Telford offers varied scenery, with views of the charming Kent countryside, bustling towns, and glimpses of the rolling landscapes of the Midlands, providing an enjoyable visual experience.
A day trip from Margate to Telford is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 0m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
To get from Margate to Telford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Telford

Margate
Telford
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Telford.
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 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 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: 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
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 country end
  • 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 Margate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.

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