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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Sheerness is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Sheerness is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Millennium Way via Bus Station and Eurolink Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Dover Priory and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Sheerness?

The distance between Folkestone and Sheerness is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sheerness without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Folkestone to Sheerness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sheerness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sheerness train from?

Folkestone to Sheerness train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Sheerness?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sheerness is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Folkestone to Sheerness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Sheerness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Sheerness is 42 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Folkestone to Sheerness.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheerness?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to SittingbourneDover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Sheerness-on-SeaSittingbourne - Sheerness-on-Sea
2h 36m
£20–35
Drive 41.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Sheerness41.8 mi
53 min
£11–15
Line 16 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus HubX3
3. Take the bus from Eurolink Way to Millennium Way334 / ...
4h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Sheerness41.8 mi
53 min
£85–110

Folkestone to Sheerness by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Sheerness.

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Sheerness-on-Sea via Dover Priory and Sittingbourne in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Millennium Way via Bus Station, Bus Hub, and Eurolink Way in around 4h 6m.

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