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 £17 - £25 and takes 1h 45m.

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 45m and costs £17 - £25.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £27 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Brighton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Folkestone train from?

Brighton to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton 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 45m to drive from Brighton to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Brighton to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 50m
£27–94
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Folkestone69.7 mi
1h 45m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pool Valley Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationUk066
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 42m
£23–53
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Hampden Park (Sussex)Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ashford InternationalEastbourne - Ashford International
3h 12m
£35–46
Bus, train via Royal Tunbridge Wells
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Station29 / ...
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 58m
£17–26

Brighton to Folkestone by train

125Weekly Trains

2h 50mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Folkestone.

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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 50m.

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