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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Hove is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Hove is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Hove?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Hove. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Hove?

The distance between Folkestone and Hove is 124 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Hove without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Folkestone to Hove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Hove train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Hove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Hove?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Hove is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Folkestone to Hove.

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

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Where can I stay near Hove?

There are 1752+ hotels available in Hove.

Folkestone to Hove - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Hove 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 via London
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 BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
2h 23m
£33–92
Drive 70.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Hove70.5 mi
1h 48m
£18–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford InternationalRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Pool Valley Coach StationUk066
3h 47m
£23–55
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to BrightonEastbourne - Brighton / ...
3h 14m
£26–57
Train, bus via Royal Tunbridge Wells
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to TonbridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to Imperial Arcade29 / ...
4h 21m
£20–41

Folkestone to Hove by train

136Weekly Trains

2h 23mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 23m.

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