What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Basildon?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Basildon is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Basildon?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Basildon is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Basildon via Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Basildon?

The distance between Folkestone and Basildon is 86 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Basildon without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Folkestone to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Basildon train from?

Folkestone to Basildon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Basildon?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Basildon is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Folkestone to Basildon train arrive?

Folkestone to Basildon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Basildon is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Folkestone to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

Folkestone to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Basildon 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 Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 34m
£41–81
Drive 68.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Basildoncar 68.8 mi
1h 14m
£18–25
Line 104 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Pencester Roadbus 104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dover to Upminsterbus Michalovce
3h 24m
Bus, line 343 bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to New Cross Gate Stationbus 007
2. Take the bus from New Cross / Jerningham Road to Tower Gateway Station DLRbus 343
4h 26m
£24–104

Folkestone to Basildon by train

122Weekly Trains

1h 34mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.6 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Basildon via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Basildon via Pencester Road, Dover, Upminster, and Upminster in around 3h 24m.

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