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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 $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. 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 $28, while a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from London to Ramsgate
Compare the available ways to get from London to Ramsgate, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Ramsgate:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ramsgate costing on average $37.
Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 51m by train vs 1h 57m by car) and roughly $12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 vs $48). 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.
Travel optionsfrom London to Ramsgate
How to get from London to Ramsgate by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from London to Ramsgate is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
NX0228:30 PM 3h25 London, Victoria Coach Station 11:55 PM Ramsgate, Harbour Parade $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
NX0228:30 PM 3h25 London, Victoria Coach Station 11:55 PM Ramsgate, Harbour Parade $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
P857485:20 PM 1h14 London St Pancras International (STP) 6:34 PM Ramsgate station (RAM) $66 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
P851139:20 AM 1h51 London St Pancras International (STP) 11:11 AM Ramsgate station (RAM) $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
P8512110:20 AM 1h51 London St Pancras International (STP) 12:11 PM Ramsgate station (RAM) $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
P890129:43 AM 2h02 London Bridge (LBG) 11:45 AM Ramsgate station (RAM) $25 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX02211:30 AM 3h40 London, Victoria Coach Station 3:10 PM Ramsgate, Harbour Parade $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX0224:30 PM 3h55 London, Victoria Coach Station 8:25 PM Ramsgate, Harbour Parade $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX0227:30 AM 3h20 London, Victoria Coach Station 10:50 AM Ramsgate, Harbour Parade $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Ramsgate:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ramsgate costing on average $37.
Other travel options to Ramsgate take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
- Around 9 trains per day.
- Around 7 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.
- 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.
- Travel with National Express to go to Ramsgate by bus.
- Travel with Southeastern, Thameslink to go to Ramsgate by train.
- 5 direct buses per day with National Express.
- 6 direct trains per day with Southeastern.
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