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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Folkestone is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Ashford International station via Railway Station and The Vine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Brighton to Folkestone?

The distance between Brighton and Folkestone is 124 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Brighton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Folkestone bus from?

Brighton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from St Peter's Church station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Folkestone train from?

Brighton to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Brighton to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Brighton to Folkestone bus arrive?

Brighton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Folkestone is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Brighton to Folkestone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 58m
£63–122
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Folkestonecar 69.7 mi
1h 46m
£17–25
Train, line 101 bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Hastingstrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
3. Take the bus from Police Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 102 / ...
4h 31m
£29–49
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
3h 13m
£38–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Vinebus 297
5h 56m

Brighton to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Folkestone West via Railway Station, The Vine, Ashford International station, and Ashford International in around 5h 56m.

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