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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Folkestone is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Rochester to Folkestone?

The distance between Rochester and Folkestone is 57 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Rochester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Folkestone bus from?

Rochester to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Rochester to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Rochester to Folkestone bus arrive?

Rochester to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Rochester to Folkestone train arrive?

Rochester to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Folkestone is 40 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Rochester to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Rochester to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 37m
£15–59
Drive 40.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Folkestonecar 40.1 mi
44 min
£10–14
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 5m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Folkestonetaxi 40.1 mi
44 min
£130–160

Rochester to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 56.9 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 3h 5m.

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