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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Rainham is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Rainham is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at The Cricketers via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Rainham (Kent) via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Rainham?

The distance between Folkestone and Rainham is 63 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Rainham without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 1h 30m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Folkestone to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Rainham bus from?

Folkestone to Rainham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Rainham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Rainham is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 1h 30m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £24 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Folkestone to Rainham bus arrive?

Folkestone to Rainham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Folkestone to Rainham train arrive?

Folkestone to Rainham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Rainham is 38 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Folkestone to Rainham.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Rainham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Rainham?

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Rainham (Kent)train St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 30m
£32–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007
1h 57m
£10–24
Drive 37.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Rainhamcar 37.9 mi
47 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Rainhamtaxi 37.9 mi
47 min
£80–95
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Rainham (Kent)train Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
1h 59m
£23–47

Folkestone to Rainham by train

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Rainham (Kent) via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bouverie Road West to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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