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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Hailsham is to line 102 bus and line 101 bus and line 53 bus which costs £13 - £17 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Hailsham is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Hailsham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Hailsham station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Police Station via Camp, Railway Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Hailsham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Hailsham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Polegate via Ashford International and Hampden Park (Sussex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Hailsham?

The distance between Folkestone and Hailsham is 60 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Hailsham without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Folkestone to Hailsham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Hailsham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Hailsham train from?

Folkestone to Hailsham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Hailsham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Hailsham is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 102 bus and line 101 bus and line 53 bus, which costs £13 - £17 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Folkestone to Hailsham bus arrive?

Folkestone to Hailsham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Camp station.

Where does the Folkestone to Hailsham train arrive?

Folkestone to Hailsham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Hailsham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Hailsham is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Folkestone to Hailsham.

Where can I stay near Hailsham?

There are 1275+ hotels available in Hailsham.

Folkestone to Hailsham - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 102 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
2h 55m
£32–65
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Hailshamcar 51.2 mi
1h 18m
£13–18
Line 102 bus, line 101 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Campbus 102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Police Stationbus 53
4h 39m
£14–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Hailshamtaxi 51.2 mi
1h 18m
£100–130
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Bexhilltrain Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Police Stationbus 53
3h 14m
£26–52

Folkestone to Hailsham by train and bus

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex) hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Police Station via Camp, Railway Station, Railway Station, Hastings, Bexhill, and Railway Station in around 4h 39m.

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