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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Memorial Roundabout via Camp, Railway Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Eastbourne via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Eastbourne?

The distance between Folkestone and Eastbourne is 57 miles. The road distance is 54 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Eastbourne bus from?

Folkestone to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Eastbourne train from?

Folkestone to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 102 bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus, which costs and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Folkestone to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Folkestone to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Camp station.

Where does the Folkestone to Eastbourne train arrive?

Folkestone to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Eastbourne station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Eastbourne is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Folkestone to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Folkestone to Eastbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 102 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone to Eastbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Eastbournetrain Ashford International - Eastbourne
2h 22m
£26–46
Drive 53.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Eastbournecar 53.7 mi
1h 21m
£13–19
Line 102 bus, line 101 bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Campbus 102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Memorial Roundaboutbus 99
4h 27m

Folkestone to Eastbourne by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Memorial Roundabout via Camp, Railway Station, and Railway Station in around 4h 27m.

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