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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Skegness (SKG)

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12

train journeys
per day

129

miles (208 kms)

5hrs

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Skegness (SKG)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Skegness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Skegness is approximately 129 miles (208 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Skegness.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Skegness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs.

Journeys from Margate to Skegness Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:50
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    5 hrs 3 changes
    13:50
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:53
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    21:50
    10 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    07:58
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    10 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    08:55
    Margate
    Skegness
    Margate to Skegness

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 Skegness Station

Station name Skegness (SKG)
Address Skegness station, Lumley Square, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 3QL
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:55 - 16:30
Saturday 07:55 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Skegness

The travel time between Margate and Skegness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Skegness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Margate and Skegness 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 & Skegness. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Skegness.

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