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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Windmill Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Folkestone?

The distance between Gillingham and Folkestone is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Folkestone without a car is to train and line 16 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Gillingham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Folkestone bus from?

Gillingham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Windmill Road station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Folkestone train from?

Gillingham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £15 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Gillingham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Gillingham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Gillingham to Folkestone train arrive?

Gillingham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Folkestone is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Gillingham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Gillingham to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gillingham to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 16 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 37m
Drive 41.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gillingham to Folkestonecar 41.4 mi
47 min
£10–15
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 44m
£15–71
Line 132 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Windmill Road to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
2h 59m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Folkestonetaxi 41.4 mi
47 min
£85–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windmill Road to Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 2h 59m.

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