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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury East is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury East is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Canterbury East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Folkestone Central station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Canterbury East?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Canterbury East. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Canterbury East via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Canterbury East?

The distance between Folkestone and Canterbury East is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury East without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 52 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Canterbury East?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury East is to line 16 bus which takes 52 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £24 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury East bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury East train arrive?

Folkestone to Canterbury East train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Canterbury East?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Canterbury East is 17 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Folkestone to Canterbury East.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury East?

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Folkestone to Canterbury East - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Canterbury East 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 / ...
52 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Dover Priory to Canterbury Easttrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
1h 8m
£12–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Canterbury Easttaxi 16.8 mi
23 min
£75–95
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Canterbury Eastcar 16.8 mi
23 min
£5–6

Folkestone to Canterbury East by bus and foot

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Canterbury East via Dover Priory in around 1h 8m.

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