What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury is to line 17 bus which costs £3 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone West Station and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Limes Road and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone West Station and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Folkestone West and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

The distance between Folkestone West Station and Canterbury is 27 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £13 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone West Station to Canterbury bus from?

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Limes Road station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone West Station to Canterbury train from?

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone West station.

Train or bus from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury is to train which takes 45 min and costs £13 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus, which costs £3 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Folkestone West Station to Canterbury bus arrive?

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Folkestone West Station to Canterbury train arrive?

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone West Station to Canterbury is 17 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury?

Book your Folkestone West Station to Canterbury train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 2291+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train

How to get fromFolkestone West Station to Canterbury

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
45 min
£14–28
Line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limes Road to Bus Stationbus 17
56 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone West Station to Canterburytaxi 16.9 mi
22 min
£75–95
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone West Station to Canterburycar 16.9 mi
22 min
£5–6

Folkestone West Station to Canterbury by train

275Weekly Trains

45 minAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone West Station to Canterbury.

Launch map view

Distance: 27.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Folkestone West Station, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone West to Canterbury West via Ashford International in around 45 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Limes Road to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 56 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.