What is the cheapest way to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central is to bus and train which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Crawley and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Crawley to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Three Bridges and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Crawley and Folkestone Central is 102 miles. The road distance is 75.2 miles.

How do I travel from Crawley to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crawley to Folkestone Central train from?

Crawley to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Three Bridges station.

Where does the Crawley to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Crawley to Folkestone Central is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Crawley to Folkestone Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Crawley to Folkestone Central?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Folkestone Central.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Crawley to Folkestone Central 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 Three Bridges to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 37m
£29–97
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station291
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 45m
£16–26
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Crawley to Folkestone Central74.8 mi
1h 14m
£19–27
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Redhill Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridge
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Central
3h 42m
£22–38
Bus, train via London
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Stratford City Bus StationUk066
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 45m
£25–61

Crawley to Folkestone Central by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Crawley, England and Folkestone Central, England?

You can take a train from Three Bridges to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 37m.

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