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 line 510 bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 4h 35m.

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 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 48m.

How far is it from East Grinstead to Folkestone?

The distance between East Grinstead and Folkestone is 103 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 train which takes 2h 48m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m 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 48m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 291 bus and line 7 bus and line 510 bus, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 4h 35m.

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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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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East Grinstead to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, 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 48m
£52–104
Line 291 bus, line 7 bus, line 510 bus
cheapest
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 35m
£12–23
Line 291 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to War Memorialbus 291
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 52m
£23–51
Drive 58.8 mi
1. Drive from East Grinstead to Folkestonecar 58.8 mi
1h 23m
£15–21

East Grinstead to Folkestone by train

121Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from East Grinstead to Folkestone.

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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 48m. 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 35m.

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