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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Purley is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Purley is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Purley. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Elephant & Castle / London Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Purley. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Purley via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Purley?

The distance between Folkestone and Purley is 86 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Purley without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Folkestone to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Purley bus from?

Folkestone to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Purley train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Purley?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Purley is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £27 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Folkestone to Purley bus arrive?

Folkestone to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to Purley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Purley is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Folkestone to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 17353+ hotels available in Purley.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Purley 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 Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to PurleyBedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 50m
£27–75
Drive 66.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Purley66.4 mi
1h 10m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Rd to Purley / Downlands PrecinctN68
4h 35m
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London BridgeDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2h 3m
£24–80

Folkestone to Purley by train

137Weekly Trains

1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Purley via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Elephant & Castle / London Rd in around 4h 35m.

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