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

The cheapest way to get from Hampstead to Folkestone is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hampstead to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Hampstead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Hampstead station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hampstead station and arriving at Folkestone Central via London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Hampstead to Folkestone?

The distance between Hampstead and Folkestone is 74 miles. The road distance is 73.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hampstead to Folkestone without a car is to line 46 bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Hampstead to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hampstead to Folkestone train from?

Hampstead to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Hampstead to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Hampstead to Folkestone is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £22 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Hampstead to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hampstead to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Hampstead to Folkestone is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Hampstead to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1262+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Hampstead to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 46 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 46 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Heath Street / Hampstead Station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationbus 46
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 11m
£37–72
Drive 73.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hampstead to Folkestonecar 73.1 mi
1h 40m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
4h 4m
£22–60
Train
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 37m
£39–82

Hampstead to Folkestone by bus and train

122Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.8 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road West 5 times a day. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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