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

The cheapest way to get from Walmer to Folkestone is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Walmer to Folkestone is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Walmer and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Walmer to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Nevill Gardens and arriving at The Cube via Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Walmer and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Walmer and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Walmer to Folkestone?

The distance between Walmer and Folkestone is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walmer to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

The train from Walmer to Folkestone Central takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Walmer to Folkestone bus from?

Walmer to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Nevill Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Walmer to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Walmer to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Walmer to Folkestone is to train which takes 24 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 81 bus and line 105 bus, which costs and takes 59 min.

Where does the Walmer to Folkestone bus arrive?

Walmer to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Walmer to Folkestone train arrive?

Walmer to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Can I drive from Walmer to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Walmer to Folkestone is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Walmer to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Walmer to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 81 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Walmer to Folkestone CentralRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
24 min
£8–12
Drive 15.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Walmer to Folkestone15.5 mi
23 min
£4–6
Line 81 bus, line 105 bus
1. Take the bus from Nevill Gardens to Pencester Road81 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to The Cube104 / ...
59 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walmer to Folkestone15.5 mi
23 min
£35–45

Walmer to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 14.9 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Walmer to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nevill Gardens to The Cube via Pencester Road in around 59 min.

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