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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Folkestone is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Folkestone?

The distance between Rayleigh and Folkestone is 94 miles. The road distance is 74.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Rayleigh to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Folkestone train from?

Rayleigh to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 25 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Folkestone train arrive?

Rayleigh to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Folkestone is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Rayleigh to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Rayleigh to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 25 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 10m
£29–87
Drive 74.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Folkestone74.1 mi
1h 18m
£18–27
Line 25 bus, line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eastwood Road to Bus Station25
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
3. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Central
4h 32m
Line 25 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Eastwood Road to Bus Station25
2. Take the bus from Upminster to DoverMichalovce
4h 34m

Rayleigh to Folkestone by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eastwood Road to The Cube via Bus Station, Basildon, Upminster, Upminster, Dover, and Pencester Road in around 4h 34m.

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