What is the cheapest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central is to line 132 bus and bus which costs £8 - £16 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Institute Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Chatham and Folkestone Central is 58 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chatham to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 1h 38m and costs £29 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Folkestone Central bus from?

Chatham to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Institute Road station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Folkestone Central train from?

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

Train or bus from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 1h 38m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Chatham to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

Chatham to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Chatham to Folkestone Central train arrive?

Chatham to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Folkestone Central is 40 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Chatham to Folkestone Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Chatham to Folkestone Central?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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Chatham to Folkestone Central - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chatham to Folkestone Central by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 38m
£30–55
Line 132 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Institute Road to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 7m
£9–16
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 53m
£17–28
Drive 39.7 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Folkestone Centralcar 39.7 mi
44 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Folkestone Centraltaxi 39.7 mi
44 min
£170–210
Train
1. Take the train from Chatham to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
1h 43m
£25–46

Chatham to Folkestone Central by train

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Distance: 57.9 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Chatham, England and Folkestone Central, England?

You can take a train from Chatham to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Institute Road to Folkestone Central via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and Bouverie Road West in around 3h 7m.

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