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

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Folkestone is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Folkestone is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Swanley to Folkestone?

The distance between Swanley and Folkestone is 56 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanley to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £13 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Swanley to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Folkestone train from?

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

Where does the Swanley to Folkestone train arrive?

Swanley to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Folkestone is 53 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Swanley to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Swanley to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Swanley 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 Swanley to Ashford InternationalLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
1h 39m
£13–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bartholomew Way Asda to Home Gardens477 / ...
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Ebbsfleet International stationB / ...
3. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Central
2h 22m
£15–133
Drive 52.7 mi
1. Drive from Swanley to Folkestone52.7 mi
54 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swanley to Folkestone52.7 mi
54 min
£110–140

Swanley to Folkestone by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.2 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Swanley to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £7–29 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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