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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Lewes is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Lewes via Ashford International and Hampden Park (Sussex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Lewes?

The distance between Folkestone and Lewes is 68 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Folkestone to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Lewes train from?

Folkestone to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Folkestone to Lewes train arrive?

Folkestone to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Lewes is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Folkestone to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1326+ hotels available in Lewes.

Folkestone to Lewes - 4 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Lewes 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
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
2h 58m
£34–68
Drive 61.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Lewescar 61.3 mi
1h 30m
£15–22
Train, line 29 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Tonbridgetrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to High Streetbus 29 / ...
3h 23m
£26–50
Train, line 29 bus via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Tonbridgetrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to School Hill Topbus 29 / ...
3h 33m
£26–50

Folkestone to Lewes by train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.1 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex) hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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