What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Isle of Thanet?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Minster via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

The distance between Folkestone and Isle of Thanet is 40 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Isle of Thanet train from?

Folkestone to Isle of Thanet train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus, which costs and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Folkestone to Isle of Thanet train arrive?

Folkestone to Isle of Thanet train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Isle of Thanet is 25 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet?

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Where can I stay near Isle of Thanet?

There are 1568+ hotels available in Isle of Thanet.

Folkestone to Isle of Thanet - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ashford InternationalRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to MinsterLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 42m
£18–31
Drive 24.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet24.4 mi
39 min
£7–9
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station16 / ...
2h 7m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Isle of Thanet24.4 mi
39 min
£110–130
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to RamsgateSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 47m
£11–24

Folkestone to Isle of Thanet by train

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1h 42mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Isle of Thanet, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Minster via Ashford International in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 48 min.

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