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

The cheapest way to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone is to line 291 bus and line 7 bus and train which costs £16 - £20 and takes 2h 52m.

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 25m and costs £14 - £21.

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 45m.

How far is it from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The distance between East Grinstead and Folkestone is 103 miles. The road distance is 59.5 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 train which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone, including transfers.

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 train which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 291 bus and line 7 bus and line 510 bus, which costs and takes 4h 33m.

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 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from East Grinstead to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train
best
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 45m
£30–92
Drive 59.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Grinstead to Folkestonecar 59.2 mi
1h 25m
£15–21
Line 291 bus, line 7 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to Railway Stationbus 291
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Quarry Hill Paradebus 7 / ...
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
2h 52m
£16–20
Line 291 bus, line 7 bus, line 510 bus
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to War Memorialbus 291
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
3. Take the bus from King Street to Ashford International stationbus 510
4h 33m

East Grinstead to Folkestone by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from East Grinstead to Folkestone Central via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sackville College to Folkestone West via War Memorial, Chequers Bus Station, King Street, Ashford International station, and Ashford International in around 4h 33m.

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