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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Folkestone Central station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Canterbury?

The distance between Folkestone and Canterbury is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 48 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury is to line 16 bus which takes 48 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Canterbury is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Folkestone to Canterbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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

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Line 16 bus
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1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
48 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
54 min
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Canterburytaxi 17.1 mi
24 min
£75–95
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Canterburycar 17.1 mi
24 min
£5–6

Folkestone to Canterbury by bus

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Canterbury West via Ashford International in around 54 min.

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