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

The cheapest way to get from Lydden to Folkestone is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lydden to Folkestone is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Lydden and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Lydden to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Old Police Houses and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Lydden to Folkestone?

The distance between Lydden and Folkestone is 12 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lydden to Folkestone without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 50 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Lydden to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lydden to Folkestone bus from?

Lydden to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Old Police Houses station.

Where does the Lydden to Folkestone bus arrive?

Lydden to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Can I drive from Lydden to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lydden to Folkestone is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Lydden to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Lydden to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, taxi, and car

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

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

Line 15 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Old Police Houses to Pencester Roadbus 15 / ...
2. Take the train from Dover Priory to Folkestone Centraltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
50 min
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lydden to Folkestonecar 8.2 mi
12 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lydden to Folkestonetaxi 8.2 mi
12 min
£40–50
Walk
1. Take the foot from Lydden to Folkestonewalk 7.9 mi
2h 32m
Line 15 bus, line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Police Houses to Pencester Roadbus 15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Folkestone Central stationbus 104 / ...
1h 4m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lydden to Folkestone.

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a bus from Old Police Houses to Folkestone Central station via Pencester Road in around 1h 4m.

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