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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Institute Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Chatham to Folkestone?

The distance between Chatham and Folkestone is 58 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £15 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Chatham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Folkestone bus from?

Chatham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Institute Road station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Chatham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Chatham to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £15 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £26 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Chatham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Chatham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Chatham to Folkestone train arrive?

Chatham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Folkestone is 40 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Chatham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Chatham to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 36m
£16–53
Drive 39.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chatham to Folkestonecar 39.9 mi
44 min
£10–14
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 42m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Institute Road to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 1m
£19–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Folkestonetaxi 39.9 mi
44 min
£130–160

Chatham to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 57.9 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Institute Road to Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 3h 1m.

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