What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station is to bus which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station is to train which takes 13 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Ashford International Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Metropole and arriving at Ashford International station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Ashford International Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone West and arriving at Ashford International. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Ashford International Station is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

The train from Folkestone West to Ashford International takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ashford International Station bus from?

Folkestone to Ashford International Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from The Metropole station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ashford International Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ashford International Station is to train which takes 13 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Folkestone to Ashford International Station bus arrive?

Folkestone to Ashford International Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Ashford International station.

Where does the Folkestone to Ashford International Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ashford International Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Folkestone to Ashford International Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Ashford International Station?

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Where can I stay near Ashford International Station?

There are 1678+ hotels available in Ashford International Station.

Folkestone to Ashford International Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
13 min
£6–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Metropole to Ashford International stationbus 10A
50 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Ashford International Stationtaxi 15.2 mi
20 min
£70–85
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ashford International Stationcar 15.2 mi
20 min
£4–6

Folkestone to Ashford International Station by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Ashford International Station, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone West to Ashford International every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from The Metropole to Ashford International station once daily. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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