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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Folkestone is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Purley to Folkestone?

The distance between Purley and Folkestone is 86 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Purley to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Folkestone bus from?

Purley to Folkestone bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Folkestone train from?

Purley to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Purley to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Purley to Folkestone bus arrive?

Purley to Folkestone bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Purley to Folkestone train arrive?

Purley to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Purley to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Folkestone is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Purley to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Purley 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 Purley to London St Pancras IntlThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 28m
£28–80
Drive 66.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Folkestone66.3 mi
1h 10m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road West007
4h 37m
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 31m
£25–75

Purley to Folkestone by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Bouverie Road West via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 4h 37m.

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