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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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29

train journeys
per day

223

miles (358 kms)

5hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 8 changes)

10

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Ellesmere Port is approximately 223 miles (358 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 42 mins.

Thameslink, Southern, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Ellesmere Port.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Margate to Ellesmere Port

Journeys from Margate to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:54
    6 hrs 38 mins7 changes
    11:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    12:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:05
    6 hrs 27 mins7 changes
    12:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    13:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:05
    6 hrs 27 mins7 changes
    13:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    14:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:05
    6 hrs 27 mins7 changes
    14:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    15:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    16:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:49
    6 hrs 43 mins5 changes
    16:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    17:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:05
    6 hrs 27 mins7 changes
    17:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    18:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:05
    6 hrs 27 mins7 changes
    18:32
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:05
    5 hrs 56 mins6 changes
    19:01
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:32
    6 hrs 30 mins6 changes
    20:02
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:05
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    20:42
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:32
    6 hrs 40 mins6 changes
    21:12
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:05
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    21:42
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:32
    6 hrs 40 mins6 changes
    22:12
    Margate
    Ellesmere Port
    Margate to Ellesmere Port

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
AddressMargate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
AddressEllesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Margate and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Margate and Ellesmere Port typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Margate and Ellesmere Port 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 & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southern, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Ellesmere Port.

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