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Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Margate
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 396 km
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£88 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Middlesbrough to Margate by train or coach
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Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Margate
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Margate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 17:49. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 5h 45m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 396 km |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 17:49 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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 £21
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express from Middlesbrough to Margate trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Margate from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 34m
Cheapest Price
£197
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
1 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 49m
Cheapest Price
£133
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Margate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Margate 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 Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Margate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £88, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Margate covers a distance of 396 km and takes approximately 5h 45m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Middlesbrough to Margate is 396 km.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Margate leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Margate departs at 17:49.
Trains from Middlesbrough to Margate run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Middlesbrough to Margate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Middlesbrough to Margate.
To get from Middlesbrough to Margate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Middlesbrough to Margate.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Margate is Middlesbrough station (MBR), and it arrives at Margate station (MAR).
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Margate is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Middlesbrough to Margate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Margate offers varied scenery, with views of the North York Moors and the coastal landscapes near Whitby, transitioning to urban and rural vistas as you travel south.
A day trip from Middlesbrough to Margate is not feasible as the travel duration is 5h 45m and the distance is 396 km. There are 6 trains per day.
For a fulfilling visit to Margate, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its beaches, cultural attractions, and local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Middlesbrough to Margate.
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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Margate
Middlesbrough
Margate
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Middlesbrough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Middlesbrough for your trip from Middlesbrough to Margate.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay)
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Middlesbrough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your journey to Margate from Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
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.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
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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