What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea is to line 16 bus and bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at The Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Birchington-on-Sea via Ramsgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The distance between Folkestone and Birchington-on-Sea is 37 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea bus from?

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea train from?

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £9 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea bus arrive?

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea train arrive?

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ramsgate station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Birchington-on-Sea?

There are 1618+ hotels available in Birchington-on-Sea.

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Birchington-on-Seatrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 24m
£19–38
Line 16 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Squarebus 8 / ...
1h 31m
£5–9
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Seacar 24.5 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Birchington-on-Seataxi 24.5 mi
35 min
£50–65

Folkestone to Birchington-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 37.3 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Birchington-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Birchington-on-Sea via Ramsgate in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to The Square via Bus Station in around 1h 31m.

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