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Margate to Canterbury East Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Margate to Canterbury East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 18,25 NZD, with average prices for this route around 18,25 NZD. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:33 55 minut, Changes required Margate	05:28 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
05:37 55 minut, Direct Margate	06:32 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
06:13 55 minut, Direct Margate	07:08 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
06:44 47 minut, Changes required Margate	07:31 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
06:45 54 minut, Direct Margate	07:39 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
07:15 54 minut, Direct Margate	08:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Margate to Canterbury East Train Route Details

First train

00:22

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Margate

Arrival station

Canterbury East

Journey time

47 minut

Distance

25 km

Price

18,25 NZD*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Canterbury East

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Margate to Canterbury East during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Margate to Canterbury East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Margate to Canterbury East 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

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.

Margate to Canterbury East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Margate to Canterbury East Train prices and times

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