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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Sandwich is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Sandwich is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Sandwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Sandwich. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Guildhall via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Sandwich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Sandwich. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Sandwich?

The distance between Folkestone and Sandwich is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sandwich without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £11 - £16.

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

The train from Folkestone Central to Sandwich takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sandwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sandwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Sandwich?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sandwich is to train which takes 35 min and costs £11 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 43 bus, which costs and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Folkestone to Sandwich bus arrive?

Folkestone to Sandwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Folkestone to Sandwich train arrive?

Folkestone to Sandwich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Sandwich station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Sandwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Sandwich is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Folkestone to Sandwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Sandwich?

There are 1650+ hotels available in Sandwich.

Folkestone to Sandwich - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Sandwichtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
35 min
£11–16
Drive 18.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Sandwichcar 18.1 mi
27 min
£5–7
Line 16 bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Guildhallbus 43 / ...
1h 38m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Sandwichtaxi 18.1 mi
27 min
£40–50

Folkestone to Sandwich by train

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Sandwich hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Guildhall via Bus Station in around 1h 38m.

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