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Journey from London St Pancras International to Margate on the fastest train in 1h 26m, usually 1h 41m. Every day, 65 trains leave from London St Pancras International, starting at 05:42 and ending at 23:44. During Off-Peak Times from 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter and less crowded journey. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with us.
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09:42 London St Pancras International | 12:22 Margate | On time | 2h 40m | Thameslink | Find tickets | |
10:20 London St Pancras International | 11:59 Margate | On time | 1h 39m | Southeastern | Find tickets | |
10:40 London St Pancras International | 12:09 Margate | On time | 1h 29m | Southeastern | Find tickets | |
10:42 London St Pancras International | 13:22 Margate | On time | 2h 40m | Thameslink | Find tickets | |
11:20 London St Pancras International | 12:59 Margate | On time | 1h 39m | Southeastern | Find tickets |
The direct train from London St Pancras International to Margate is perfect for daytrippers and holidaymakers heading to the coast. It's also popular among commuters who live in Kent and work in London.
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes with Southeastern trains and crosses Kent's rolling green countryside - you'll soon see where the Garden of England nickname comes from. Southeastern is the main operator for this part of the UK, running trains from London terminals to destinations like Canterbury, Dover, Margate and Hastings.
St Pancras International Station is just north of central London, right next to King's Cross and about a 10-minute walk away from Euston. It's easy to get to from most places in the capital. The Underground station is served by 6 lines (Victoria, Piccadilly, Northern, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City and Circle), and lots of buses stop outside, too.
Eurostar runs from here to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam - hence the word "International" in the station's name. Within the UK, the main operators from St Pancras are East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and Southeastern. Destinations south of London include Dover, Brighton and Gatwick, while those towards the north include Leicester and Nottingham.
The main stations along the St Pancras to Margate route are Stratford International, Ebbsfleet International, Gravesend, Rochester and Chatham.
The beach - one of the main reasons for a day trip to Margate - is a short walk from the station. When you reach the seafront, you can easily head into the old town or towards the amusement park and arcades.
Margate is served by Southeastern trains, with direct services to St Pancras and Victoria via Chatham. If you're exploring more of the Kent coast, trains run to Ramsgate, Deal and Dover. You can head inland to the historic city of Canterbury, too.
There is just one class available from St Pancras to Margate on Southeastern. On their newer high-speed trains, you can expect comfortable seating, LED lighting and USB ports at every seat to charge your handheld devices - handy for arriving with a full battery so you can take videos and pictures of your day out on the Kent coast.
From bags to pets and kids, here are the essentials you need to know for travelling from St Pancras to Margate with Southeastern.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
Travelling by train from London St Pancras International to Margate is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from London St Pancras International, you can reach Margate in just 1h 26m, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.
The fastest train journey time from London St Pancras International to Margate is 1h 26m . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from London St Pancras International to Margate. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.
London St Pancras International to Margate trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
Typically, you should plan to arrive at the station 15-20 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart. However, the size of the station and your familiarity with it can affect this timing. For larger or less familiar stations, leaving home earlier can help reduce stress and ensure a more relaxed journey.
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