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

The cheapest way to get from Strood to Folkestone is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Strood to Folkestone is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Strood and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Strood to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Strood and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Strood to Folkestone?

The distance between Strood and Folkestone is 57 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strood to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Strood to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strood to Folkestone train from?

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

Where does the Strood to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Strood to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Strood to Folkestone is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Strood to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

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 Strood to Ebbsfleet InternationalFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 28m
£21–52
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strood to Folkestone42 mi
48 min
£11–15
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Canterbury EastLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station16 / ...
2h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Strood to Folkestone42 mi
48 min
£130–170
Line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elaine Avenue to Bus Station700
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 50m
£16–54

Strood to Folkestone by train

125Weekly Trains

1h 28mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Strood to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 28m.

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