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

The cheapest way to get from Ramsgate to Folkestone is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ramsgate to Folkestone is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Ramsgate and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ramsgate to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Harbour and arriving at Radnor Park via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Ramsgate and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ramsgate and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Ramsgate to Folkestone?

The distance between Ramsgate and Folkestone is 29 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £18.

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

The train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Central takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ramsgate to Folkestone bus from?

Ramsgate to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Harbour station.

Where do I catch the Ramsgate to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ramsgate to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Folkestone is to train which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and line 16 bus, which costs and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Ramsgate to Folkestone bus arrive?

Ramsgate to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ramsgate to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ramsgate to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ramsgate to Folkestone is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Ramsgate to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Ramsgate to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 022 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to Folkestone CentralRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
47 min
£6–18
Line 022 bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour to Bus Station022
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Radnor Park16
2h 9m
Drive 25.2 mi
1. Drive from Ramsgate to Folkestone25.2 mi
35 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ramsgate to Folkestone25.2 mi
35 min
£110–140

Ramsgate to Folkestone by train

150Weekly Trains

47 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £6–18 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour to Radnor Park via Bus Station in around 2h 9m.

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