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Outbound fromPolegate to Margate by train
It takes an average of 3h 53m to travel from Polegate to Margate by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (101 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Polegate to Margate and tickets for this journey start from £29.20 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Polegate to Margate by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Polegate to Margate? Look no further.
You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Polegate and Margate, which usually take 3 hours 53 minutes to complete the 63 miles (101 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Margate by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Southeastern and Southern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Polegate to Margate start from £29.20 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Margate? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Polegate to Margate
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Polegate to Margate is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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