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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Manston is to line 16 bus and line 44 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Manston is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Manston?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Manston. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Windermere Avenue via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Manston?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Manston. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Cliffs End, Thanet Parkway via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Manston?

The distance between Folkestone and Manston is 44 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Manston without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 8m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Folkestone to Manston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Manston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Manston train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Manston?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Manston is to train via Ashford International which takes 1h 8m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 44 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Folkestone to Manston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Manston train arrive?

Folkestone to Manston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Manston?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Manston is 24 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Folkestone to Manston.

Where can I stay near Manston?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Manston.

Folkestone to Manston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Cliffs End, Thanet Parkwaytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 8m
£39–59
Line 16 bus, line 44 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Windermere Avenuebus 9X / ...
2h 47m
£6
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Manstoncar 24.1 mi
34 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Manstontaxi 24.1 mi
34 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 15m
£34–51

Folkestone to Manston by bus

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Distance: 43.7 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Manston via Ashford International and Cliffs End, Thanet Parkway in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Windermere Avenue via Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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