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London Waterloo to Margate Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo to Margate, starting from £12.00 and averaging £48.80. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 2m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £12.00
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From £14.10
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From £14.10
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From £14.10
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:00
London Waterloo
07:54
Margate
2h 54m, Changes requiredThameslinkSoutheastern
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05:56
London Waterloo
08:17
Margate
2h 21m, DirectSoutheastern
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06:00
London Waterloo
08:27
Margate
2h 27m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthernSoutheastern
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06:03
London Waterloo
08:27
Margate
2h 24m, DirectSoutheastern
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06:18
London Waterloo
08:59
Margate
2h 41m, Changes requiredSoutheastern
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06:29
London Waterloo
08:59
Paris
2h 30m, Changes requiredSoutheastern
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London Waterloo to Margate Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:18
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Margate
Journey time
Journey time
2h 2m
Distance
Distance
104 km
Price
Price
£12.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Margate

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Margate, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Margate. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Waterloo to Margate, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Margate ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo to Margate train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.