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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Folkestone is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 45 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Folkestone Central station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Folkestone?

The distance between Canterbury and Folkestone is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Folkestone without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Folkestone bus from?

Canterbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Canterbury to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Folkestone is to line 16 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Canterbury to Folkestone bus arrive?

Canterbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Canterbury to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Folkestone?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Canterbury to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, and taxi

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

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Line 16 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
45 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 / ...
46 min
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Folkestonetaxi 17 mi
24 min
£75–95
Drive 17 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Folkestonecar 17 mi
24 min
£5–6

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to Folkestone Central via Ashford International in around 46 min.

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