What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea is to line 16 bus and line 8 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Westgate-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Westgate-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Carlton Cinema via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Westgate-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Westgate-on-Sea via Ramsgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

The distance between Folkestone and Westgate-on-Sea is 36 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea bus from?

Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea train from?

Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 16 bus and line 8 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea bus arrive?

Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea train arrive?

Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ramsgate station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea is 26 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?

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Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Westgate-on-Seatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
1h 35m
£18–36
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 Carlton Cinemabus 8A / ...
1h 39m
£6
Drive 26 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Seacar 26 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Seataxi 26 mi
38 min
£55–70

Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Westgate-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Westgate-on-Sea via Ramsgate in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Carlton Cinema via Bus Station in around 1h 39m.

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