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Margate to Croydon Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Margate to Croydon, starting from AU$97.96 and averaging AU$107.54. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 12m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
12:31 2h 25m, Changes required Margate	14:56 East Croydon		Find Tickets
12:31 2h 27m, Changes required Margate	14:58 East Croydon		Find Tickets
12:31 2h 41m, Changes required Margate	15:12 West Croydon	London Overground	Find Tickets
12:49 2h 17m, Changes required Margate	15:06 East Croydon		Find Tickets
13:05 2h 21m, Changes required Margate	15:26 East Croydon		Find Tickets
13:05 2h 37m, Changes required Margate	15:42 Paris	London Overground	Find Tickets

Margate to Croydon Train Route Details

First train

04:33

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Margate

Arrival station

Croydon

Journey time

2h 12m

Distance

102 km

Price

AU$97.96*

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Croydon

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Margate to Croydon during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Margate to Croydon, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Margate to Croydon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Margate to Croydon train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Margate to Croydon Train prices and times

Margate to Croydon Train Route Details