What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone Central and Dover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Folkestone Central station station and arriving at Pencester Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone Central and Dover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Dover Priory. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Folkestone Central to Dover?

The distance between Folkestone Central and Dover is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone Central to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone Central to Dover?

The train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priory takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Folkestone Central to Dover bus from?

Folkestone Central to Dover bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone Central to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone Central to Dover?

The best way to get from Folkestone Central to Dover is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus, which costs £3 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Folkestone Central to Dover bus arrive?

Folkestone Central to Dover bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Folkestone Central to Dover train arrive?

Folkestone Central to Dover train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Folkestone Central to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone Central to Dover is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Folkestone Central to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone Central to Dover?

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone Central to Dover by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
11 min
£3–8
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone Central to Dovercar 7.7 mi
12 min
£2–3
Line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Pencester Roadbus 104 / ...
36 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone Central to Dovertaxi 7.7 mi
12 min
£23–28
Line 104 bus via Middelburg Square
1. Take the bus from Middelburg Square to Pencester Roadbus 91 / ...
36 min
£3

Folkestone Central to Dover by train

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Folkestone Central, England and Dover, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priory every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Folkestone Central station to Pencester Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 36 min.

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