What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central is to line 10 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Folkestone Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellesley Road and arriving at Kingsnorth Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Folkestone Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashford International and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Ashford and Folkestone Central is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

The train from Ashford International to Folkestone Central takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Folkestone Central bus from?

Ashford to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Wellesley Road station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Folkestone Central train from?

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

Train or bus from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Ashford to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Ashford to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

Ashford to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Kingsnorth Gardens station.

Where does the Ashford to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashford to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Folkestone Central is 15 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ashford to Folkestone Central.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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Ashford to Folkestone Central - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 10 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
14 min
£7–14
Line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellesley Road to Kingsnorth Gardensbus 10
1h 24m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashford to Folkestone Centraltaxi 14.8 mi
19 min
£65–85
Drive 14.8 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Folkestone Centralcar 14.8 mi
19 min
£4–6

Ashford to Folkestone Central by train

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Distance: 13.8 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Folkestone Central, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Folkestone Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Wellesley Road to Kingsnorth Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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