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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Folkestone Central station station and arriving at Waitrose. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Folkestone and Canterbury Cathedral is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 54 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Folkestone Central station to Waitrose takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral is to line 16 bus which takes 54 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £29 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Waitrose station.

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral is 18 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

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There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 16 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Waitrosebus 16
54 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 St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 1m
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedraltaxi 17.7 mi
25 min
£80–100
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedralcar 17.7 mi
25 min
£5–7
Line 16 bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
55 min
£3

Folkestone to Canterbury Cathedral by bus and foot

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Folkestone Central station to Waitrose every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Canterbury Cathedral via Ashford International and Canterbury West in around 1h 1m.

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