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 47m.

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 47m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Colchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Colchester and Folkestone is 113 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 12m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Colchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Folkestone train from?

Colchester to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Folkestone train arrive?

Colchester to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Folkestone is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Colchester to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Colchester to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 12m
£33–116
Drive 101.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Folkestone101.8 mi
1h 47m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
3h 17m
£40–85
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
4. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Central
6h 17m

Colchester to Folkestone by train

125Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 12m.

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