What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station is to line 16 bus and line 8 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Margate Sands Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Margate Sands Station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Lesters via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Margate Sands Station is 33 miles. The road distance is 26 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Margate Sands Station bus from?

Folkestone to Margate Sands Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Margate Sands Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Margate Sands Station is 26 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station.

Where can I stay near Margate Sands Station?

There are 1048+ hotels available in Margate Sands Station.

Folkestone to Margate Sands Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Margate Sands Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Ramsgate station to Pilgrims Hospicebus Loop
1h 24m
£18–32
Line 16 bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lestersbus 8
2h 18m
£6
Drive 25.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Margate Sands Stationcar 25.8 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Margate Sands Stationtaxi 25.8 mi
37 min
£110–140

Folkestone to Margate Sands Station by train, bus, and foot

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1h 24mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Margate Sands Station, England?

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Margate Sands Station via Bus Station and Lesters in around 2h 18m.

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