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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Kingsdown is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Kingsdown is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Kingsdown?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Kingsdown. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Ripple Turning via Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Folkestone to Kingsdown?

The distance between Folkestone and Kingsdown is 20 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Kingsdown without a car is to train and line 81 bus which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Folkestone to Kingsdown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Kingsdown bus from?

Folkestone to Kingsdown bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Shellons Street Car Park station.

Where does the Folkestone to Kingsdown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Kingsdown?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Kingsdown is 15 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Folkestone to Kingsdown.

Where can I stay near Kingsdown?

There are 1409+ hotels available in Kingsdown.

Folkestone to Kingsdown - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 81 bus

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

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Train, line 81 bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Dealtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Street to Ripple Turningbus 81 / ...
59 min
£12–20
Drive 14.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Kingsdowncar 14.7 mi
22 min
£4–6
Line 104 bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Pencester Roadbus 104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Ripple Turningbus 81 / ...
1h
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Kingsdowntaxi 14.7 mi
22 min
£30–40

Folkestone to Kingsdown by train and bus

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Kingsdown, Kent, England?

You can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Ripple Turning via Pencester Road in around 1h.

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