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

The cheapest way to get from Sittingbourne to Folkestone is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sittingbourne to Folkestone is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Sittingbourne and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Sittingbourne station to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Sittingbourne and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Sittingbourne to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Sittingbourne and arriving at Folkestone Central via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Sittingbourne to Folkestone?

The distance between Sittingbourne and Folkestone is 40 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sittingbourne to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Sittingbourne to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sittingbourne to Folkestone bus from?

Sittingbourne to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Sittingbourne to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Sittingbourne to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Sittingbourne to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 16 bus, which costs and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Sittingbourne to Folkestone bus arrive?

Sittingbourne to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Sittingbourne to Folkestone train arrive?

Sittingbourne to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Sittingbourne to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Sittingbourne to Folkestone is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Sittingbourne to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Dover PrioryLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
1h 20m
£22–32
Drive 32.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sittingbourne to Folkestone32.9 mi
40 min
£8–12
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Canterbury EastLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station16 / ...
1h 36m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sittingbourne to Folkestone32.9 mi
40 min
£70–85
Bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus StationX3
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station16 / ...
2h 12m

Sittingbourne to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 39.7 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Sittingbourne to Dover Priory hourly. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Folkestone Central station via Bus Station in around 2h 12m.

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