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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station is to line 16 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Canterbury West Station?

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 West Station?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Canterbury West via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Canterbury West Station is 28 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £14 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury West Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Canterbury West Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station is to train which takes 48 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury West Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Canterbury West Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Canterbury West Station?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury West Station?

There are 2291+ hotels available in Canterbury West Station.

Folkestone to Canterbury West Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
48 min
£14–29
Line 16 bus
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1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
1h 3m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Canterbury West Stationtaxi 17.8 mi
25 min
£80–100
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Canterbury West Stationcar 17.8 mi
25 min
£5–7

Folkestone to Canterbury West Station by train

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Canterbury West via Ashford International in around 48 min. Alternatively, 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.

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