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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Folkestone is to drive and car ferry which costs £15 - £60 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Folkestone is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 1h 11m and costs £123 - £127.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Folkestone Central via Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Folkestone?

The distance between Dunkirk and Folkestone is 64 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Dunkirk to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Folkestone train from?

Dunkirk to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Folkestone?

Folkestone is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 8:24 AM in Dunkirk and 7:24 AM in Folkestone.

Where does the Dunkirk to Folkestone train arrive?

Dunkirk to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Dunkirk to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunkirk to Folkestone by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), or car train

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Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2h 21m
£15–58
Train
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 6m
£111–203
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
1h 11m
£123–126

Dunkirk to Folkestone by train

82Weekly Trains

4h 6mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.9 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Folkestone Central via Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 6m.

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