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Rochester to Margate Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Rochester to Margate. Traveling by train from Rochester to Margate usually takes one hour and 16 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in one hour and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 38 mi (61 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 3m |
| Lowest price | $29.90 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rochester to Margate?
2 train services operate from Rochester to Margate. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 4 | 1h 4m | $29.90 |
| Thameslink | 5 | 1h 27m | $29.90 |
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.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage within the regions of Kent, Surrey, and Hertfordshire, plus service to London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Rochester to Margate
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rochester to Margate on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Rochester at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 9 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Margate. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Margate to Rochester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rochester?
Main departure station: Strood Station
There is one train station in Rochester.
All train stations in Rochester:
Strood Station
Where is the train station in Margate?
Main arrival station: Margate Station
Margate has one train station.
All train stations in Margate:
Margate Station
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