Margate station (MAR) (Train Station): Departures and guide

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station information and services

Margate

Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
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 transit options for Margate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
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Best day trips from Margate by train

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.

A view of Canterbury

Day trip from Margate to Canterbury by train

Why visit Canterbury for the day?

Canterbury is best known for its UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval streets shaped by centuries of pilgrimage. Roman remains, old city walls, and a lively student presence give it a historic yet active feel.

How to get from Margate to Canterbury by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 33m.

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A view of London

Day trip from Margate to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London is the UK capital, known for royal history, major museums, and a global cultural scene. Historic landmarks line the Thames while diverse neighborhoods, theater, and food give the city a lively, international feel.

How to get from Margate to London by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 27m.

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A view of Broadstairs

Day trip from Margate to Broadstairs by train

Why visit Broadstairs for the day?

Broadstairs is a Kent seaside town known for Viking Bay and its connection to Charles Dickens. It has a traditional resort feel, with sandy beaches, clifftop paths, and a compact center of cafés and small shops.

How to get from Margate to Broadstairs by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:30.

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A view of Ramsgate

Day trip from Margate to Ramsgate by train

Why visit Ramsgate for the day?

Ramsgate is a Kent seaside town known for its Royal Harbour, marina, and sandy beach. Historic streets, sea views, and wartime tunnels give it a distinctly maritime feel.

How to get from Margate to Ramsgate by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 3 miles (5 km) distance in 11m.

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A view of Whitstable

Day trip from Margate to Whitstable by train

Why visit Whitstable for the day?

Whitstable is a north Kent seaside town best known for its oyster heritage and working harbor. Its shingle beach, beach huts, seafood culture, and creative local scene give it a relaxed maritime feel.

How to get from Margate to Whitstable by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 18m.

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FAQ: Travel from Margate station (MAR)

Everything you need to know about Margate station (MAR): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

FAQs
Yes, at Margate station, staff help is available for passengers with reduced mobility, ensuring accessibility.
Margate station is near several attractions, including the Turner Contemporary art gallery, the scenic Margate Main Sands beach, and the historic Dreamland amusement park.
Car rental services are not available at Margate station.
The city center is approximately 1.075 km from Margate station.
To reach the city center from Margate station, use rail replacement services located at the front of the station next to the Premier Inn.
Arriving at Margate station 15-30 minutes before your scheduled departure time typically provides sufficient time to navigate the station, find your platform, and manage any unexpected delays.
Margate station is located at Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD.
The Margate station has a parking facility known as the Station Car Park.
Margate train station is served by operators such as Southeastern.
Public transport from Margate includes a location for Rail Replacement Services in front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
Safety when traveling early morning or late evening at Margate station can vary; it is generally advisable to stay aware of your surroundings, as you would at any public transport hub.
Security and ticket checks are generally present at Margate station, as with many other stations, to ensure passenger safety and valid travel documentation.
Toilets at Margate station are located in the Waiting Room and are available during staffing hours.
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