What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone is to train which takes 12 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford International Station and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ashford International station station and arriving at East Kent College. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford International Station and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford International and arriving at Folkestone West. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

The distance between Ashford International Station and Folkestone is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

The train from Ashford International to Folkestone West takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ashford International Station to Folkestone bus from?

Ashford International Station to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Ashford International station.

Where do I catch the Ashford International Station to Folkestone train from?

Ashford International Station to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone is to train which takes 12 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Ashford International Station to Folkestone bus arrive?

Ashford International Station to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at East Kent College station.

Where does the Ashford International Station to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford International Station to Folkestone is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Ashford International Station to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford International Station to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Ashford International Station to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashford International Station to Folkestone by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone Westtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
12 min
£6–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ashford International station to East Kent Collegebus 10
1h 22m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford International Station to Folkestonetaxi 15.1 mi
20 min
£70–85
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Ashford International Station to Folkestonecar 15.1 mi
20 min
£4–6

Ashford International Station to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Ashford International Station, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Folkestone West every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Ashford International station to East Kent College hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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