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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Ebbsfleet?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Ebbsfleet. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Ebbsfleet Roundabout via Bus Station and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet?

The distance between Folkestone and Ebbsfleet is 35 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £8 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ebbsfleet bus from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 43 bus, which costs and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Folkestone to Ebbsfleet bus arrive?

Folkestone to Ebbsfleet bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ebbsfleet is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet.

Where can I stay near Ebbsfleet?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Ebbsfleet.

Folkestone to Ebbsfleet - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 RamsgateSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 58m
£8–19
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet20.8 mi
28 min
£6–8
Line 16 bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Guildhall43 / ...
2h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Ebbsfleet20.8 mi
28 min
£95–120
Line 104 bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Pencester Road104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taswell Street to Guildhall81
3h 23m

Folkestone to Ebbsfleet by train and bus

109Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 34.6 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgate hourly. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Ebbsfleet Roundabout via Bus Station and Guildhall in around 2h 35m.

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