What is the cheapest way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between New Eltham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from New Eltham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Footscray Road / Southwood Rd and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between New Eltham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from New Eltham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from New Eltham and arriving at Folkestone Central via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from New Eltham to Folkestone?

The distance between New Eltham and Folkestone is 63 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

How do I travel from New Eltham to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone without a car is to train via Gravesend which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £75.

How long does it take to get from New Eltham to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from New Eltham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Eltham to Folkestone bus from?

New Eltham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Footscray Road / Southwood Rd station.

Where do I catch the New Eltham to Folkestone train from?

New Eltham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from New Eltham station.

Train or bus from New Eltham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from New Eltham to Folkestone is to train via Gravesend which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 321 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £50 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the New Eltham to Folkestone bus arrive?

New Eltham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the New Eltham to Folkestone train arrive?

New Eltham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gravesend station.

Can I drive from New Eltham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between New Eltham to Folkestone is 58 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from New Eltham to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from New Eltham to Folkestone?

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New Eltham to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 321 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from New Eltham to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via Gravesend
best
1. Take the train from New Eltham to Gravesendtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 16m
£23–71
Line 321 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Road / Southwood Rd to Lewisham Stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 53m
£9–50
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from New Eltham to Folkestonecar 58.2 mi
59 min
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from New Eltham to London Bridgetrain Gravesend - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 32m
£18–63
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bickley to Sevenoakstrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 54m
£34–58

New Eltham to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between New Eltham, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from New Eltham to Folkestone Central via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Road / Southwood Rd to Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station in around 3h 53m.

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