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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Eltham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Eltham Church / High Street and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Folkestone Central via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Eltham to Folkestone?

The distance between Eltham and Folkestone is 64 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Eltham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Folkestone bus from?

Eltham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Eltham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Eltham to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Eltham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Eltham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Eltham to Folkestone train arrive?

Eltham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gravesend station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Folkestone is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Eltham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Eltham to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 126 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eltham to Gravesendtrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 13m
£32–68
Drive 59.7 mi
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1. Drive from Eltham to Folkestonecar 59.7 mi
1h 2m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h 9m
£16–39
Line 126 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Ringers Roadbus 126
2. Take the train from Bromley South to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 56m

Eltham to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 63.8 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Eltham to Folkestone Central via Gravesend and Ebbsfleet International in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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