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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Penshurst is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Penshurst is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

How far is it from Folkestone to Penshurst?

The distance between Folkestone and Penshurst is 50 miles. The road distance is 51.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Penshurst without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £15 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Folkestone to Penshurst, including transfers.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Penshurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Penshurst is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Folkestone to Penshurst.

Where can I stay near Penshurst?

There are 535+ hotels available in Penshurst.

Folkestone to Penshurst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Penshurst 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Tonbridgetrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Woodbury Park Road to Institutebus 231 / ...
2h 33m
£15–36
Drive 51 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Penshurstcar 51 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Penshursttaxi 51 mi
1h 12m
£100–130
Train, line 233 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Tonbridgetrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Enterprise Way to Institutebus 231 / ...
2h 46m
£28–43

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Penshurst.

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

There is no direct connection from Folkestone to Penshurst. However, you can take the train to Tonbridge, walk to Quarry Hill Parade, take the bus to Woodbury Park Road, then take the bus to Institute. Alternatively, you can drive from Folkestone to Penshurst in around 1h 12m.

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