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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitstable and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Folkestone?

The distance between Whitstable and Folkestone is 49 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

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

The train from Whitstable to Folkestone Central takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone bus from?

Whitstable to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Harbour Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 401 bus and line 16 bus, which costs and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone bus arrive?

Whitstable to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Folkestone is 24 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Whitstable to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Whitstable to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 401 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Folkestone CentralFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
1h 26m
£26–40
Drive 24 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Folkestone24 mi
39 min
£6–9
Line 401 bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Station401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station16 / ...
1h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Folkestone24 mi
39 min
£100–130

Whitstable to Folkestone by train

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1h 26mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Whitstable to Folkestone Central once daily. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Folkestone Central station via Bus Station in around 1h 31m.

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