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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Folkestone is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Essex to Folkestone?

The distance between Essex and Folkestone is 103 miles. The road distance is 90.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Essex to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Folkestone train from?

Essex to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Where does the Essex to Folkestone train arrive?

Essex to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Folkestone is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Essex to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1270+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Essex to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essex to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 17m
£49–101
Drive 89.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Folkestonecar 89.7 mi
1h 37m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 27m
£41–89

Essex to Folkestone by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 17m.

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