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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Forest Hill (FOH)

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55

train journeys
per day

61

miles (99 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Forest Hill (FOH)

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On a typical weekday there are 55 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Forest Hill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 55 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Forest Hill is approximately 61 miles (99 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Forest Hill.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Forest Hill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Forest Hill Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:37
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:40
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    08:42
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:44
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:16
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:24
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:46
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:27
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:47
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:47
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:05
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:49
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:05
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:12
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:49
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Margate
    Forest Hill
    Margate to Forest Hill

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Forest Hill

The travel time between Margate and Forest Hill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Forest Hill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 55 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Margate and Forest Hill can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Margate & Forest Hill. owever, there are 55 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Forest Hill.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Margate and Forest Hill, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.