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

The cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beckenham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Beckenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Beckenham station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Beckenham Junction Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Beckenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Beckenham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Beckenham Junction and arriving at Folkestone Central via Herne Hill and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Beckenham to Folkestone?

The distance between Beckenham and Folkestone is 81 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Beckenham to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £23 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Beckenham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Folkestone bus from?

Beckenham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Folkestone train from?

Beckenham to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Herne Hill station.

Train or bus from Beckenham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Beckenham to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £23 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £24 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Beckenham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Beckenham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Beckenham to Folkestone train arrive?

Beckenham to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Beckenham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Beckenham to Folkestone is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Beckenham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Beckenham to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Hill to London St Pancras IntlSutton / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 15m
£23–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West007
3h 51m
£13–24
Drive 62.2 mi
1. Drive from Beckenham to Folkestone62.2 mi
1h 8m
£16–22
Train via Sevenoaks
1. Take the train from Ravensbourne to SevenoaksLondon Victoria - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 23m
£31–51

Beckenham to Folkestone by train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Beckenham Junction to Folkestone Central via Herne Hill and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West 3 times a day. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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