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

The cheapest way to get from Wapping to Folkestone is to bus which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wapping to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Wapping and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Wapping to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Southwark Park and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Wapping and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Wapping station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Shadwell DLR Station and arriving at Folkestone Central via Canning Town DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Wapping to Folkestone?

The distance between Wapping and Folkestone is 70 miles. The road distance is 68.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wapping to Folkestone without a car is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 2h 5m and costs £19 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Wapping to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Folkestone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wapping to Folkestone train from?

Wapping to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Wapping to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Wapping to Folkestone is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 2h 5m and costs £19 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Wapping to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wapping to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wapping to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wapping to Folkestone is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Wapping to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wapping 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 Stratford International DLR Station
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 5m
£20–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West007
3h 45m
£12–25
Drive 68.2 mi
1. Drive from Wapping to Folkestone68.2 mi
1h 17m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 22m
£18–58

Wapping to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 69.2 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–50 and the journey takes 46 min. 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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