Margate is a revived Kent seaside town on the Thanet coast — famous for its sandy beach, the retro Dreamland amusement park, the Turner Contemporary gallery, and a creative renaissance that's made it a fashionable getaway. Whether you need a local ride, a run to a station, or a fixed-price airport transfer, this guide covers Margate taxi options and exact fares across Kent.
Margate's coastal position in the far east of Kent means the airports and London are a fair distance, and local trips around Thanet and to Canterbury are easiest by car. As a popular weekend getaway, it also sees plenty of visitors needing rides from stations and around the town. A fixed-price taxi handles it all — door-to-door with the fare agreed before you travel, no meter or surge.
Gatwick and the London airports, plus central London, fixed-price.
Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Canterbury with its cathedral, door-to-door.
Margate station for high-speed trains, and around the seaside town.
| From | Saloon | Executive | MPV | 8-Seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | £61 | £72 | £74 | £81 |
| Ashford | £81 | £98 | £101 | £112 |
| Central London | £163 | £195 | £201 | £220 |
| Gatwick Airport | £168 | £201 | £207 | £227 |
| From | Saloon | Executive | MPV | 8-Seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | £110 | £130 | £133 | £146 |
| Ashford | £146 | £176 | £182 | £202 |
| Central London | £293 | £351 | £362 | £396 |
| Gatwick Airport | £302 | £362 | £373 | £409 |
Longer runs use our discounted rate. Fares include county charges. Saloon seats 4, MPV 6, 8-seaters.
Margate's transformation in recent years makes it a particularly rewarding destination, and understanding its revival adds to the appeal of a visit. Once a classic but faded British seaside resort, Margate has enjoyed a remarkable renaissance, becoming a fashionable creative hub while retaining its traditional seaside charm. At the heart of this is the Turner Contemporary gallery, a striking modern art space named for J.M.W. Turner, who had strong links to the town and loved its famous skies — the gallery has drawn visitors and artists, sparking a wider revival. The retro Dreamland amusement park, lovingly restored with vintage rides and events, offers nostalgic fun, while the Old Town's independent shops, vintage stores, galleries and eateries give the town a hip, bohemian character. And through it all runs the timeless appeal of the seaside: the wide sandy beach, the harbour, and those celebrated sunsets over the water. This blend of the traditional and the contemporary has made Margate a popular weekend getaway from London, easily reached by high-speed rail. For visitors and residents, a fixed-price taxi ties it all together — reaching the town from the station or airport, exploring the Thanet coast and nearby Broadstairs and Ramsgate, or trips to Canterbury. Understanding Margate's revival — art, nostalgia and seaside combined — helps you make the most of this reborn Kent gem, with reliable transport on hand.
A: Gatwick and the London airports; all fixed-price runs from the Thanet coast.
A: Yes — the Thanet towns and around, door-to-door.
A: Yes — Margate station for high-speed rail, with luggage.
A: Yes, 24/7 at fixed prices — a dawn pickup costs the same as any time.
Margate, the revived Kent seaside town, is well served by a fixed-price taxi — airport runs, trips around Thanet and to Canterbury, and high-speed station links, all door-to-door with the fare agreed upfront.
Airport runs, coast trips and station links — fixed-price, door-to-door.
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