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

The cheapest way to get from Erith to Folkestone is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erith to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Erith and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Erith to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Erith and arriving at Folkestone Central via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Erith to Folkestone?

The distance between Erith and Folkestone is 75 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erith to Folkestone without a car is to train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station which takes 2h 10m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Erith to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erith to Folkestone train from?

Erith to Folkestone train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Where does the Erith to Folkestone train arrive?

Erith to Folkestone train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford International DLR Station.

Can I drive from Erith to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Erith to Folkestone is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Erith to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Erith to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 428 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford International DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 10m
£34–68
Drive 56.9 mi
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1. Drive from Erith to Folkestonecar 56.9 mi
1h 3m
£14–21
Line 428 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Erith Town Centre / Cross Street to Home Gardensbus 428
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Ebbsfleet International stationbus B / ...
3. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain
2h 28m
Train
1. Take the train from Erith to London Bridgetrain Slade Green - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 53m
£43–78

Erith to Folkestone by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Erith to Folkestone Central via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 10m.

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