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

The cheapest way to get from Aylesford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aylesford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Aylesford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Aylesford to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Coldharbour Roundabout and arriving at Ashford International station via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Aylesford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Aylesford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Aylesford and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddock Wood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Aylesford to Folkestone?

The distance between Aylesford and Folkestone is 49 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aylesford to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Aylesford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aylesford to Folkestone bus from?

Aylesford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Aylesford to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Aylesford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Aylesford to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 510 bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Aylesford to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aylesford to Folkestone train arrive?

Aylesford to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paddock Wood station.

Can I drive from Aylesford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Aylesford to Folkestone is 36 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Aylesford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Aylesford to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 510 bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Aylesford to Paddock Woodtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
1h 53m
£25–54
Drive 35.9 mi
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1. Drive from Aylesford to Folkestonecar 35.9 mi
39 min
£9–13
Line 510 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Ashford International stationbus 510
2h 47m
£11–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aylesford to Folkestonetaxi 35.9 mi
39 min
£75–90

Aylesford to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Aylesford to Folkestone Central via Paddock Wood in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from King Street to Ashford International station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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