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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Folkestone is to bus which costs £7 - £22 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lewisham Station station and arriving at Bouverie Road West. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Lewisham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Lewisham and arriving at Folkestone Central via London Bridge and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Lewisham to Folkestone?

The distance between Lewisham and Folkestone is 77 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £18 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Lewisham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Folkestone bus from?

Lewisham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Folkestone train from?

Lewisham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Lewisham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £18 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £22 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Lewisham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Lewisham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Lewisham to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lewisham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Folkestone is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Lewisham to Folkestone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lewisham to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Lewisham to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 1m
£18–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
2h 15m
£7–22
Drive 62.2 mi
1. Drive from Lewisham to Folkestonecar 62.2 mi
1h 7m
£16–23
Train via Sevenoaks
1. Take the train from Lewisham to Sevenoakstrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 25m
£29–51

Lewisham to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 76.7 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £12–50 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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