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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Folkestone is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Colchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Colchester and Folkestone is 113 miles. The road distance is 102.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Colchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Folkestone train from?

Colchester to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Folkestone train arrive?

Colchester to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Folkestone is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colchester to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 16m
£54–98
Drive 101.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Folkestonecar 101.8 mi
1h 48m
£26–37
Bus, train via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 23m
£40–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 35m
£36–69

Colchester to Folkestone by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 16m.

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