What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle is to line 104 bus which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £27 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Dover Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Middelburg Square and arriving at Pencester Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Dover Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Dover Priory. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

The distance between Folkestone and Dover Castle is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Dover Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

The train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priory takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Dover Castle bus from?

Folkestone to Dover Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Middelburg Square station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Dover Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Dover Castle is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus, which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Folkestone to Dover Castle bus arrive?

Folkestone to Dover Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to Dover Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Dover Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Dover Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Folkestone to Dover Castle.

Where can I stay near Dover Castle?

There are 1168+ hotels available in Dover Castle.

Folkestone to Dover Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
35 min
£3–8
Line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Middelburg Square to Pencester Roadbus 104 / ...
44 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Dover Castletaxi 9.2 mi
15 min
£27–32
Drive 9.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Dover Castlecar 9.2 mi
15 min
£3–4

Folkestone to Dover Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Dover Castle, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to Dover Priory every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South East operates a bus from Middelburg Square to Pencester Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min.

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