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Compare train and bus for Margate to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 519 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. 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 Kč 519, while a train costs an average of Kč 1,460.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč 1,460 Average price | Kč 519 Average price Cheapest | Kč 688 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Margate to Brighton
Compare the available ways to get from Margate to Brighton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Margate to Brighton:
A bus is Kč 941 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Margate to Brighton costing on average Kč 1,460.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
Tickets start at around Kč 1,460 compared to roughly Kč 688 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -Kč 771. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Margate to Brighton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Margate to Brighton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
6:15 PM 7h20 Margate 1:35 AM Brighton Kč 625 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:15 PM 7h20 Margate 1:35 AM Brighton Kč 625 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:15 PM 7h20 Margate 1:35 AM Brighton Kč 625 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Margate to Brighton:
A bus is Kč 941 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Margate to Brighton costing on average Kč 1,460.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
- Around 12 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Margate and Brighton as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Margate station (MAR) and arrive in Brighton station (BTN).
- Buses mostly depart from Margate, Marine Terrace and arrive in Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in Port of Dover.
- Travel with National Express to go to Brighton by bus.
- Travel with Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink to go to Brighton by train.
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