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 £17 - £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 £17 - £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 67 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 line 308 bus and train which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m 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.

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 1255+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Forest Gate to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 308 bus

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Forest Gate to Folkestone

Rome2Rio compared 3 ways to get from Forest Gate to Folkestone. The best route is Line 308 bus, train, a distance of 95.072 km.

Line 308 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wanstead Park Station to Stratford International Stationbus 308
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 48m
£32–72
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
£17–92
Drive 69.1 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Folkestonecar 69.1 mi
1h 21m
£18–25

Forest Gate to Folkestone by bus and train

122Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

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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