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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, while a flight costs an average of £207.
Distance: 622 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£78 Average Price Cheapest | £154 Average Price | £207 Average Price | £124 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 17m Average total duration 13h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Margate, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Margate:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Margate costing on average £154.
A coach is £130 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Margate costing on average £207.
Other travel options to Margate take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 48m.
Coach takes on average 14h 17m.
Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £124 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £47. The journey takes 13h 47m versus 8h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Margate from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Margate is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Margate are Canterbury, London, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Whitstable. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Margate on Omio.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Broadstairs is a Kent seaside town known for sandy bays and its connection to Charles Dickens. Viking Bay, cliff walks and a traditional promenade give it a relaxed coastal character.
Ramsgate is a Kent seaside town known for its Royal Harbour, elegant seafront and sandy beach. Its maritime history, links to the Dunkirk evacuation and lively waterfront give it a practical, historic character.
Whitstable is a north Kent seaside town known for oysters, a working harbour and a relaxed maritime feel. Its shingle beach, beach huts and independent cafés give it an easy-going character shaped by fishing traditions.
Travel to Margate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Margate.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Margate:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Margate costing on average £154.
A coach is £130 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Margate costing on average £207.
Other travel options to Margate take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 48m.
Coach takes on average 14h 17m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Margate as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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