What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury Cathedral and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waitrose and arriving at Radnor Park. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury Cathedral and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

The distance between Canterbury Cathedral and Folkestone is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 52 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

The line 16 bus from Waitrose to Radnor Park takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone bus from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Waitrose station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone train from?

Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone is to line 16 bus which takes 52 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £29 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone bus arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Radnor Park station.

Where does the Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone train arrive?

Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone?

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 16 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waitrose to Radnor Parkbus 16
52 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
59 min
£14–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestonetaxi 17.1 mi
24 min
£75–95
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestonecar 17.1 mi
24 min
£5–6
Line 16 bus via Folkestone Central station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
52 min
£3

Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone by foot and bus

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Canterbury Cathedral, England and Folkestone, England?

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Waitrose to Radnor Park every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Canterbury Cathedral to Folkestone Central via Canterbury West and Ashford International in around 59 min.

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