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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Tankerton is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Tankerton is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Tankerton?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Tankerton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Tankerton Circus via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Tankerton?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Tankerton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Whitstable via Ramsgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Tankerton?

The distance between Folkestone and Tankerton is 49 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Tankerton without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Folkestone to Tankerton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Tankerton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Tankerton train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Tankerton?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Tankerton is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 401 bus, which costs and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Folkestone to Tankerton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Tankerton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Tankerton?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Tankerton is 24 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Folkestone to Tankerton.

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

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Where can I stay near Tankerton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to RamsgateSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to WhitstableRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 38m
£19–33
Drive 24.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Tankerton24.3 mi
38 min
£6–9
Line 16 bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tankerton Circus400 / ...
1h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Tankerton24.3 mi
38 min
£110–130

Folkestone to Tankerton by train

142Weekly Trains

1h 38mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Whitstable via Ramsgate in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Tankerton Circus via Bus Station in around 1h 41m.

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