How to travel from London to Ramsgate

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Compare train and bus for London to Ramsgate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ramsgate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €22.

Distance: 67 miles (109 km)

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Driving

€22

Average price

€11

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Cheapest

€40

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

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3h 59m

Average total duration

3h 29m

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30m

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1h 57m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Ramsgate is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Ramsgate:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ramsgate costing on average €22.

The fastest way to travel from London to Ramsgate is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Ramsgate including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Ramsgate among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (1h 43m by train vs 1h 57m by car) and roughly €18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€22 vs €40). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Ramsgate

How to get from London to Ramsgate by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Ramsgate is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX022
    9:30 PM3h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:50 AMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX022
    9:30 PM3h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:50 AMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SoutheasternP85702
    5:40 PM1h17
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    6:57 PMRamsgate station (RAM)
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SoutheasternP89066
    5:43 PM2h02
    London Bridge (LBG)
    7:45 PMRamsgate station (RAM)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternJ09265
    12:12 AM2h17
    London Victoria (VIC)
    2:29 AMRamsgate station (RAM)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85165
    5:20 PM1h51
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    7:11 PMRamsgate station (RAM)
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    11:00 AM3h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    2:40 PMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    6:00 PM3h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:30 PMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    2:30 PM3h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    6:10 PMRamsgate, Harbour Parade
    131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Ramsgate

Travel to Ramsgate 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 London to Ramsgate.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Ramsgate including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Ramsgate is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Ramsgate:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ramsgate costing on average €22.

The fastest way to travel from London to Ramsgate is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 59m.

The distance from London to Ramsgate is approximately 67 miles (109 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Ramsgate is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Ramsgate as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Ramsgate:
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Ramsgate station (RAM).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Ramsgate, Harbour Parade.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Ramsgate, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Ramsgate by bus.
  • Travel with Southeastern, Southeastern to go to Ramsgate by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Ramsgate with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with National Express.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Southeastern, Southeastern.
Omio customers who travel from London to Ramsgate often also extend their vacation to go to Canterbury, Stratford, London St Pancras International (STP), Deal, Calais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ramsgate and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ramsgate to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Ramsgate allows enough time to explore its charming harbor, visit local attractions like the Ramsgate Tunnels, enjoy the sandy beaches, and sample the local cuisine.

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