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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Caterham is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Caterham is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Caterham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Caterham Valley via Elephant & Castle / London Road and Purley / Downlands Precinct. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Caterham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Caterham via London St Pancras Intl and Purley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Caterham?

The distance between Folkestone and Caterham is 91 miles. The road distance is 62.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Caterham without a car is to train via Purley which takes 2h 21m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Folkestone to Caterham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Caterham bus from?

Folkestone to Caterham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Caterham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Caterham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Caterham is to train via Purley which takes 2h 21m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Folkestone to Caterham bus arrive?

Folkestone to Caterham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to Caterham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Caterham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Caterham is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Folkestone to Caterham.

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

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Where can I stay near Caterham?

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Folkestone to Caterham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 400 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Caterham 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 Purley
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2h 21m
£50–77
Drive 61.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Caterhamcar 61.9 mi
1h 2m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus N68
4h 49m
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Bridgetrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Caterhamtrain London Bridge - Caterham
2h 36m
£44–63
Train, line 400 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Tonbridgetrain
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Caterham stationbus 400 / ...
2h 42m
£32–46

Folkestone to Caterham by train

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Distance: 90.5 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Caterham via London St Pancras Intl and Purley in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Caterham Valley via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Elephant & Castle / London Road, and Purley / Downlands Precinct in around 4h 49m.

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