What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone is to train which takes 12 min and costs £7 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellesley Road and arriving at East Kent College. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford International and arriving at Folkestone West. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Ashford to Folkestone?

The distance between Ashford and Folkestone is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Folkestone?

The train from Ashford International to Folkestone West takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Folkestone bus from?

Ashford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Wellesley Road station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Folkestone train from?

Ashford to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Ashford to Folkestone is to train which takes 12 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus, which costs and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Ashford to Folkestone bus arrive?

Ashford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at East Kent College station.

Where does the Ashford to Folkestone train arrive?

Ashford to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone West station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Folkestone is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Ashford to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Ashford to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ashford to Folkestone by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone Westtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
12 min
£7–10
Drive 15 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashford to Folkestonecar 15 mi
20 min
£4–6
Line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Wellesley Road to East Kent Collegebus 10
1h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford to Folkestonetaxi 15 mi
20 min
£70–85

Ashford to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Folkestone West every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Wellesley Road to East Kent College every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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