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

The cheapest way to get from Sydenham to Folkestone is to bus which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydenham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Sydenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydenham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Newlands Park and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Sydenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Sydenham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Sydenham and arriving at Folkestone Central via London Bridge and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Sydenham to Folkestone?

The distance between Sydenham and Folkestone is 79 miles. The road distance is 64.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sydenham to Folkestone without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Sydenham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Folkestone bus from?

Sydenham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Folkestone train from?

Sydenham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southern, depart from Sydenham station.

Train or bus from Sydenham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Sydenham to Folkestone is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Sydenham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Sydenham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Sydenham to Folkestone train arrive?

Sydenham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Sydenham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydenham to Folkestone is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Sydenham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Sydenham to London BridgeLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 26m
£28–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West007
3h 41m
£12–25
Drive 64.3 mi
1. Drive from Sydenham to Folkestone64.3 mi
1h 13m
£16–24
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 29m
£21–61

Sydenham to Folkestone by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Sydenham, Greater London, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Sydenham to Folkestone Central via London Bridge and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West every 4 hours. Tickets cost £9–22 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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