What is the cheapest way to get from East Acton to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from East Acton to Folkestone is to line 148 bus and bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Acton to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from East Acton to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between East Acton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from East Acton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Westway / East Acton and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Shepherd's Bush and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between East Acton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from East Acton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Acton Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via West Hampstead Thameslink and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from East Acton to Folkestone?

The distance between East Acton and Folkestone is 78 miles. The road distance is 75.7 miles.

How do I travel from East Acton to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from East Acton to Folkestone without a car is to train via West Hampstead Thameslink which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from East Acton to Folkestone?

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

Where do I catch the East Acton to Folkestone bus from?

East Acton to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Shepherd's Bush station.

Where do I catch the East Acton to Folkestone train from?

East Acton to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from East Acton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from East Acton to Folkestone is to train via West Hampstead Thameslink which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 148 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the East Acton to Folkestone bus arrive?

East Acton to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / London Road station.

Where does the East Acton to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Acton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between East Acton to Folkestone is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from East Acton to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from East Acton to Folkestone?

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East Acton to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 148 bus, and bus

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

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Train via West Hampstead Thameslink
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 4m
£41–75
Line 148 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shepherd's Bush to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 148
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
4h 57m
£16–26
Drive 75.3 mi
1. Drive from East Acton to Folkestonecar 75.3 mi
1h 44m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 34m
£40–70

East Acton to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between East Acton, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westway / East Acton to Bouverie Road West via Shepherd's Bush, Elephant & Castle / London Road, and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 4h 57m.

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