What is the cheapest way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between East Grinstead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from East Grinstead to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Sackville College and arriving at Ashford International station via Railway Station and The Vine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between East Grinstead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from East Grinstead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from East Grinstead and arriving at Folkestone Central via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The distance between East Grinstead and Folkestone is 61 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

How do I travel from East Grinstead to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone without a car is to line 291 bus and train which takes 2h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

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

Where do I catch the East Grinstead to Folkestone bus from?

East Grinstead to Folkestone bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Sackville College station.

Where do I catch the East Grinstead to Folkestone train from?

East Grinstead to Folkestone train services, operated by Southern, depart from East Grinstead station.

Train or bus from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The best way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone is to line 291 bus and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the East Grinstead to Folkestone bus arrive?

East Grinstead to Folkestone bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the East Grinstead to Folkestone train arrive?

East Grinstead to Folkestone train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between East Grinstead to Folkestone is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from East Grinstead to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

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East Grinstead to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 291 bus

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

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Line 291 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to Railway Stationbus 291
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 42m
Drive 58.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Grinstead to Folkestonecar 58.8 mi
1h 23m
£15–21
Line 291 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to Railway Stationbus 291
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Vinebus 297
3. Take the bus from The Vine to Ashford International stationbus 2A / ...
4h 54m
Train
1. Take the train from East Grinstead to East Croydontrain
2. Take the train from East Croydon to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
2h 47m
£51–104

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between East Grinstead, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Sackville College to Folkestone West via Railway Station, The Vine, Ashford International station, and Ashford International in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from East Grinstead to Folkestone Central via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 47m.

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