What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Park Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

The distance between Forest Gate and Folkestone is 66 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

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

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Folkestone bus from?

Forest Gate to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 108 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £80 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Folkestone bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Folkestone is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Forest Gate to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 809+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Forest Gate to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, line 108 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 38m
£22–67
Line 108 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
4h 39m
£11–80
Drive 69.1 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Folkestonecar 69.1 mi
1h 21m
£17–25

Forest Gate to Folkestone by train and bus

119Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 65.6 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–60 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wanstead Park Station to Bouverie Road West via Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station in around 4h 39m.

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