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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Brighton is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Brighton?

The distance between Folkestone and Brighton is 124 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Brighton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Folkestone to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Brighton train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Brighton train arrive?

Folkestone to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Brighton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Folkestone to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Brighton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Brighton 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
2h 23m
£29–92
Drive 69.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Brighton69.4 mi
1h 44m
£17–25
Train, bus via Royal Tunbridge Wells
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to TonbridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to St Peter's Church29 / ...
3h 37m
£19–35
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to BrightonEastbourne - Brighton / ...
3h 14m
£26–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford InternationalRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Pool Valley Coach StationUk066
3h 44m
£23–66

Folkestone to Brighton by train

137Weekly Trains

2h 23mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 23m.

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