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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Margate
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Margate will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Eastbourne to Margate without transferring at least once.
7:50 AM2h19Eastbourne10:09 AMMargate$541One-way1 transfer- 8:50 AM2h19Eastbourne11:09 AMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 9:50 AM2h19Eastbourne12:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 10:50 AM2h19Eastbourne1:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 11:50 AM2h19Eastbourne2:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 7:50 AM2h19Eastbourne10:09 AMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 8:50 AM2h19Eastbourne11:09 AMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 9:50 AM2h19Eastbourne12:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 10:50 AM2h19Eastbourne1:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
- 11:50 AM2h19Eastbourne2:09 PMMargate$541One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Eastbourne to Margate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 11m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Eastbourne to Margate train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Margate trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 AM Eastbourne | 2h19 | 10:09 AM Margate | 1 transfer | |
| 8:50 AM Eastbourne | 2h19 | 11:09 AM Margate | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Margate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Margate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:16 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Margate trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Margate from $42 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Eastbourne to Margate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Eastbourne to Margate
Most Eastbourne to Margate trains use the Eastbourne to Margate station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Margate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Margate leave from?
Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre
Eastbourne train station facilities and services
Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park train station facilities and services
Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Margate station do trains from Eastbourne arrive at?
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: 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.
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