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Margate to Bournemouth

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2 h 59 min
287 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Margate to Bournemouth

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Cheapest
By car (287 km)
2 h 59 min
287 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
2 h 59 min
287 km.
from $10.92
Train via London
4 h 10 min
238 km.
from $172.30
Bus
8 h 2 min
238 km.
from $78.26
Train
4 h 36 min
238 km.
from $208.28
Train via Reading
6 h 16 min
238 km.
from $169.67

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$53.16

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Canterbury to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$139.24

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Farringdon Without to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$35.44

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Margate to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26
Train from Margate to Rainham
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to bus which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cecil Square and arriving at Bournemouth via Canterbury and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Margate to Bournemouth?

The distance between Margate and Bournemouth is 323 km. The road distance is 285.7 km.

How do I travel from Margate to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 10m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Margate to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Margate to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Bournemouth bus from?

Margate to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Canterbury station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Bournemouth train from?

Margate to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 4h 10m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Margate to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Margate to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Margate to Bournemouth train arrive?

Margate to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Bournemouth is 286 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Margate to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Margate to Bournemouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Margate to Bournemouth?

Book your Margate to Bournemouth bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2195+ hotels available in Bournemouth. Prices start at $27.59 per night.
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