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Dartford to Margate train prices and times
Looking to travel from Dartford to Margate? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.65, with average prices for this route around £11.40.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25
- Sat, Apr 26From £5.65
- Sun, Apr 27From £12.10
- Mon, Apr 28From £12.10
- Tue, Apr 29From £12.10
- Wed, Apr 30From £12.10
- Thu, May 1From £12.10
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:00 Dartford | 06:54 Margate | 1h 54m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:00 Dartford | 07:54 Margate | 1h 54m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:30 Dartford | 08:27 Margate | 1h 57m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:26 Dartford | 08:59 Margate | 1h 33m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:30 Dartford | 09:26 Margate | 1h 56m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:26 Dartford | 09:59 Paris | 1h 33m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Dartford to Margate train route details

First train
05:00

Last train
23:56

Journey time
1h 33m

Distance
51 miles

Price
£5.65*
How to book cheap train tickets from Dartford to Margate

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dartford to Margate. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dartford to Margate for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
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 travelling from Dartford to Margate, 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 Dartford to Margate ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels 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.
Dartford to Margate train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.