What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay is to line 16 bus and line 600 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Library via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Herne Bay via Ramsgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

The distance between Folkestone and Herne Bay is 26 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay without a car is to line 16 bus and line 600 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Herne Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Herne Bay train from?

Folkestone to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay is to line 16 bus and line 600 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Folkestone to Herne Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Herne Bay train arrive?

Folkestone to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ramsgate station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Herne Bay is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Folkestone to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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Folkestone to Herne Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 16 bus, line 600 bus
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1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 600 / ...
1h 32m
£6
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Herne Baytrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 33m
£23–46
Drive 25 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Herne Baycar 25 mi
38 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Herne Baytaxi 25 mi
38 min
£110–140

Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Library via Bus Station in around 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Herne Bay via Ramsgate in around 1h 33m.

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