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

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Folkestone is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from St Luke's Church / Charlton and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Charlton station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Charlton to Folkestone?

The distance between Charlton and Folkestone is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlton to Folkestone without a car is to train via Stratford International which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Charlton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Folkestone bus from?

Charlton to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Folkestone train from?

Charlton to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Charlton to Folkestone is to train via Stratford International which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £45 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Charlton to Folkestone bus arrive?

Charlton to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Charlton to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charlton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Folkestone is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Charlton to Folkestone.

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

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Charlton to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Stratford International
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford International DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 4m
£34–71
Drive 62.6 mi
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1. Drive from Charlton to Folkestonecar 62.6 mi
1h 10m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 35m
£17–42
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 28m
£38–76

Charlton to Folkestone by bus and train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Charlton Village to Folkestone Central via Woolwich Arsenal Station, Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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