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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Walmer is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Walmer is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Walmer?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Walmer. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Cricket Ground via Taswell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Walmer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Walmer. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Walmer?

The distance between Folkestone and Walmer is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Walmer without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

The train from Folkestone Central to Walmer takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Walmer bus from?

Folkestone to Walmer bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Shellons Street Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Walmer train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Walmer?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Walmer is to train which takes 25 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and line 81 bus, which costs and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Folkestone to Walmer bus arrive?

Folkestone to Walmer bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to Walmer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Walmer?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Walmer is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Folkestone to Walmer.

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

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Where can I stay near Walmer?

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Folkestone to Walmer - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Walmertrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
25 min
£8–12
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Walmercar 15.6 mi
24 min
£4–6
Line 104 bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Pencester Roadbus 104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taswell Street to Cricket Groundbus 81
1h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Walmertaxi 15.6 mi
24 min
£35–45

Folkestone to Walmer by train

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Distance: 14.9 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Walmer hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Cricket Ground via Pencester Road and Taswell Street in around 1h 2m.

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