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Margate to Herne Bay Train

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06/12/2025
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Margate to Herne Bay by train

The journey from Margate to Herne Bay by train is 11.14 mi and takes 0 hrs 14 mins. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:05 and the last at 21:32. It is possible to travel from Margate to Herne Bay by train for as little as £5.09 or as much as £5.17. The best price for this journey is £5.09.

Lowest Price £5.09
Journey Duration 0 hrs 14 mins
Connection per Day 34
Lowest Price £5.09
Highest Price £5.17
First Departure 00:05
Last Departure 21:32
Distance 11.14 mi
Departure Margate
Arrival Herne Bay
Carriers Southeastern

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Herne Bay

The cheapest Margate - Herne Bay train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £34.02 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £37.54.

Find the best day to travel to Herne Bay by train

When travelling to Herne Bay by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Margate to Herne Bay CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
1.25kg
Bus
1.34kg
Flight
3.58kg
Car
2.87kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Margate to Herne Bay by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Margate and Herne Bay are 1.25kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Margate and Herne Bay? By taking the train between Margate and Herne Bay you will save 2.33kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.09kg compared to a bus and 1.62kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Margate to Herne Bay?
A train ticket from Margate to Herne Bay is £5.13. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £5.09.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Margate to Herne Bay?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Margate to Herne Bay is £5.09. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Margate and Herne Bay by train?
Margate to Herne Bay is 11.14 mi.
How long does the train between Margate and Herne Bay take?
Margate to Herne Bay is on average 0 hrs 14 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 13 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Margate to Herne Bay?
Margate to Herne Bay has 34 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Margate to Herne Bay leave?
The earliest train from Margate to Herne Bay departs at 00:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Margate to Herne Bay depart?
The latest train from Margate to Herne Bay departs at 21:32. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Margate to Herne Bay in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £5.09 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Margate to Herne Bay?
There are on average 34 direct connection(s) from Margate to go to Herne Bay.
What's the fastest journey time between Margate to Herne Bay by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Margate and Herne Bay is 0 hrs 13 mins.
Is there a direct train from Margate to Herne Bay?
Yes, there is a direct train between Margate and Herne Bay.
What are the CO2 emissions for Margate to Herne Bay by train?
The train journey from Margate to Herne Bay creates 1.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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