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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Eltham is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Eltham is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Eltham via Ebbsfleet International and Gravesend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Eltham?

The distance between Folkestone and Eltham is 64 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Folkestone to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Eltham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Eltham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Eltham is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Folkestone to Eltham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Eltham train arrive?

Folkestone to Eltham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Eltham is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Folkestone to Eltham.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Gravesend to Elthamtrain Gravesend - London Victoria
1h 54m
£25–69
Drive 59.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Elthamcar 59.6 mi
1h 2m
£15–21
Line 16 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenuebus 007 / ...
2h 57m
Train, line 162 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Sevenoakstrain
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Bickleytrain
3. Take the bus from Southborough Road / Bickley Station to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 162
2h 34m
£35–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Bromley Southtrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 314
2h 46m
£19–49

Folkestone to Eltham by train

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Distance: 63.8 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Eltham via Ebbsfleet International and Gravesend in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue via Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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