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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Gravesend is to bus and line 190 bus which costs £9 - £24 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Gravesend is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Gravesend?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Gravesend. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Clock Tower via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Gravesend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Ebbsfleet International. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Gravesend?

The distance between Folkestone and Gravesend is 47 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Gravesend without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £50.

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

The train from Folkestone Central to Ebbsfleet International takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Gravesend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Gravesend train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Gravesend?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Gravesend is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 190 bus, which costs £9 - £24 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Folkestone to Gravesend bus arrive?

Folkestone to Gravesend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Folkestone to Gravesend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Gravesend?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Gravesend is 48 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Folkestone to Gravesend.

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

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Where can I stay near Gravesend?

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Folkestone to Gravesend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 190 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Gravesend by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
38 min
£23–50
Bus, line 190 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Waterfront Bus Stationbus 132 / ...
3. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Clock Towerbus 190
3h 7m
£10–23
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Gravesendcar 48.1 mi
53 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Gravesendtaxi 48.1 mi
53 min
£100–120

Folkestone to Gravesend by train

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Ebbsfleet International hourly. Tickets cost £23–50 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Clock Tower via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and Waterfront Bus Station in around 3h 7m.

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