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

The cheapest way to get from Caterham to Folkestone is to line 75 bus and bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caterham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Caterham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Caterham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Caterham Valley and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Fairfield Halls and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Caterham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Caterham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Caterham and arriving at Folkestone Central via Purley and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Caterham to Folkestone?

The distance between Caterham and Folkestone is 91 miles. The road distance is 62.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caterham to Folkestone without a car is to train via Purley which takes 2h 42m and costs £22 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Caterham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caterham to Folkestone bus from?

Caterham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Fairfield Halls station.

Where do I catch the Caterham to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Caterham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Caterham to Folkestone is to train via Purley which takes 2h 42m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 75 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Caterham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Caterham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Caterham to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caterham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Caterham to Folkestone is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Caterham to Folkestone.

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

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Caterham to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 75 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Purley
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras Intltrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 42m
£22–66
Line 75 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Lewisham Stationbus 75
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
5h 6m
£10–25
Drive 61.9 mi
1. Drive from Caterham to Folkestonecar 61.9 mi
1h 2m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Caterham to London Bridgetrain Caterham - London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 57m
£23–113
Line 400 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caterham station to Redhill Bus Stationbus 400 / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 5m
£21–30

Caterham to Folkestone by train

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.4 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Caterham to Folkestone Central via Purley and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caterham Valley to Bouverie Road West via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre, Fairfield Halls, and Lewisham Station in around 5h 6m.

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