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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Margate to Herne Bay. The train trip from Margate to Herne Bay is usually about 15 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Southeastern train can get you there in as little as 13 minutes.
| Distance | 11 mi (18 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | $5.88 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Margate to Herne Bay?
Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Margate to Herne Bay. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 12 | 0h 15m | $5.88 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Margate to Herne Bay. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Margate at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Margate to Herne Bay.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Herne Bay to Margate.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Margate?
Main departure station: Margate Station
There is one train station in Margate.
All train stations in Margate:
Margate Station
Where is the train station in Herne Bay?
Main arrival station: Herne Bay Station
Herne Bay has one train station.
All train stations in Herne Bay:
Herne Bay Station
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