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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Newhaven is to line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus and line 12 bus which costs £15 - £17 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Newhaven is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Newhaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at South Way via Camp, Railway Station, Railway Station and Gildredge Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Newhaven?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Newhaven Town via Ashford International, Hampden Park (Sussex) and Lewes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Newhaven?

The distance between Folkestone and Newhaven is 75 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Newhaven without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Folkestone to Newhaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Newhaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Newhaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Newhaven?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Newhaven is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 102 bus and bus and line 101 bus and line 99 bus and line 12 bus, which costs £15 - £17 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Folkestone to Newhaven bus arrive?

Folkestone to Newhaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Camp station.

Where does the Folkestone to Newhaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Newhaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Newhaven is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Folkestone to Newhaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Newhaven?

There are 1897+ hotels available in Newhaven.

Folkestone to Newhaven - 4 ways to travel via train, line 102 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
3h 15m
£38–80
Line 102 bus, bus, line 101 bus, line 99 bus, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Campbus 102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Camp to Railway Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Gildredge Roadbus 99
5. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to South Waybus 12 / ...
5h 14m
£16–17
Drive 65.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Newhavencar 65.8 mi
1h 35m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Eastbournetrain Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Elim Churchbus 13X / ...
3h 24m
£33–63

Folkestone to Newhaven by train

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.2 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Newhaven, East Sussex, England?

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex) hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to South Way via Camp, Railway Station, Railway Station, and Gildredge Road in around 5h 14m.

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