How much is the train ticket from Margate to Dartford?

The cheapest train tickets from Margate to Dartford start from $54. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Margate to Dartford?

The average train ride duration from Margate to Dartford is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 50 miles (81 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Southeastern .

Which train operators service the Margate to Dartford route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Margate to Dartford?

The earliest train departs from Margate to Dartford at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 5:27pm.

Train Margate to Dartford from $53

Next train departures

Next departures for Margate to Dartford on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Margate	1h 30m	8:30am	Dartford	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Margate	1h 28m	11:00am	Dartford	Fastest
Train	7:24am	Margate	1h 36m	9:00am	Dartford	No tags
Train	7:52am	Margate	1h 38m	9:30am	Dartford	No tags
Train	8:24am	Margate	1h 36m	10:00am	Dartford	No tags

Next departures for Margate to Dartford on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:48am	Margate	2h 12m	10:00am	Dartford	CheapestFastest
Train	8:14am	Margate	2h 16m	10:30am	Dartford	No tags
Train	8:48am	Margate	2h 12m	11:00am	Dartford	No tags
Train	9:48am	Margate	2h 12m	12:00pm	Dartford	No tags
Train	3:14pm	Margate	2h 16m	5:30pm	Dartford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:55 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Margate to Dartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dartford. The journey takes about 2 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2h 8mAverage Duration

50 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $45	Average Duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $55	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at $54

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Margate to Dartford by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Margate to Dartford?
The cheapest train tickets from Margate to Dartford start from $54. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Margate to Dartford?
The average train ride duration from Margate to Dartford is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 50 miles (81 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators service the Margate to Dartford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Margate to Dartford?
The earliest train departs from Margate to Dartford at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 5:27pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/28

$52

01/29

$52

Today

$53

01/31

$53

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The cheapest trip from Margate to Dartford was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Margate to Dartford, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $53 for a train ticket from Margate to Dartford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2026-01-31.