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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Rufford (RUF)

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20

train journeys
per day

234

miles (377 kms)

5hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

04:36 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Rufford (RUF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Rufford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Rufford is approximately 234 miles (377 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 43 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Rufford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Rufford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Rufford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:36
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    13:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    5 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    13:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:04
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    5 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    21:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:01
    5 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    22:54
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    11 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    06:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    11 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    07:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:04
    11 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:23
    11 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    10:29
    Margate
    Rufford
    Margate to Rufford

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 Rufford Station

Station name Rufford (RUF)
Address Rufford station, Church Road, Rufford, Lancashire, L40 1TB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Rufford

The travel time between Margate and Rufford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Rufford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Margate and Rufford 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 & Rufford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Rufford.

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