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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Folkestone is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Folkestone?

The distance between Cambridge and Folkestone is 126 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Cambridge to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Folkestone train from?

Cambridge to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Where does the Cambridge to Folkestone train arrive?

Cambridge to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Folkestone is 112 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cambridge to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Cambridge to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 26m
£62–138
Drive 111.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Folkestonecar 111.5 mi
1h 57m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk066
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 3m
£36–80
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Bridgetrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 30m
£67–132
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
5h 36m
£43–86

Cambridge to Folkestone by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 26m.

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