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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Croydon is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Croydon is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Elephant & Castle / London Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Croydon?

The distance between Folkestone and Croydon is 83 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £28 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Folkestone to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Croydon train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Croydon?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £28 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Folkestone to Croydon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Croydon is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Folkestone to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19451+ hotels available in Croydon.

Folkestone to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 367 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Croydon 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 East CroydonCambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 30m
£28–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Rd to Hogarth Crescent468
4h 3m
£11–27
Drive 66.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Croydon66.4 mi
1h 16m
£17–24
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London BridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 49m
£21–78
Train, line 367 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to SevenoaksDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Delta Point / West Croydon Station367
3h 9m

Folkestone to Croydon by train

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Hogarth Crescent via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Elephant & Castle / London Rd in around 4h 3m.

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