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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Folkestone Central is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 10 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Folkestone Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pencester Road and arriving at Folkestone Central station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Folkestone Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Dover to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Dover and Folkestone Central is 7 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs £3 - £8.

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

The train from Dover Priory to Folkestone Central takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Dover to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Pencester Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dover to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Dover to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 10 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus, which costs £3 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Dover to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Folkestone Central is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Dover to Folkestone Central.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Folkestone Central.

Dover to Folkestone Central - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Folkestone Centraltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
10 min
£3–8
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Folkestone Centralcar 8 mi
11 min
£2–3
Line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Folkestone Central stationbus 104 / ...
35 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Folkestone Centraltaxi 8 mi
11 min
£24–29

Dover to Folkestone Central by train

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 10 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Folkestone Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Pencester Road to Folkestone Central station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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