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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Chipstead is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Chipstead is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Chipstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Chipstead. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Pine Walk via Bus Station, Elephant & Castle / London Rd and Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Chipstead?

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

How far is it from Folkestone to Chipstead?

The distance between Folkestone and Chipstead is 90 miles. The road distance is 67.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chipstead without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £75.

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

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chipstead bus from?

Folkestone to Chipstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chipstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Chipstead?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chipstead is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Folkestone to Chipstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Chipstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Chipstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Chipstead is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Folkestone to Chipstead.

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

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Where can I stay near Chipstead?

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Folkestone to Chipstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Chipstead 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 London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to PurleyBedford - Three Bridges / ...
2h 23m
£40–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Rd to Park Street468
5h 52m
£12–16
Line 10 bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Kent College to Ashford International station10
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Bromley SouthAshford International - London Victoria / ...
4h 39m
Drive 67.3 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Chipstead67.3 mi
1h 9m
£17–25
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London BridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2h 35m
£24–90

Folkestone to Chipstead by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Chipstead, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Chipstead via London St Pancras Intl and Purley in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Pine Walk via Bus Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Elephant & Castle / London Rd, and Park Street in around 5h 52m.

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