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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Folkestone is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Marks Tey, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Stanstead to Folkestone?

The distance between Stanstead and Folkestone is 127 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Stanstead to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Folkestone train from?

Stanstead to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Where does the Stanstead to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Folkestone is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Stanstead to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1247+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Stanstead to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h
£58–122
Drive 111.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Folkestonecar 111.3 mi
2h 6m
£28–40
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 37m
£58–121
Line 86 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 86 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 26m
£44–94

Stanstead to Folkestone by bus and train

122Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Folkestone Central via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h.

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