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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Folkestone is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £24 - £40.

How far is it from Colchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Colchester and Folkestone is 112 miles. The road distance is 102.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Colchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Can I drive from Colchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Folkestone is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colchester to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1192+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Colchester to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 300 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Colchester 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 Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 8m
£33–133
Drive 101.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Folkestonecar 101.8 mi
1h 48m
£25–36
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 5m

Colchester to Folkestone by train and bus

123Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Folkestone.

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Distance: 111.8 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford International Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 8m.

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