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

The cheapest way to get from Fréthun to Folkestone is to car ferry which costs £11 - £60 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fréthun to Folkestone is to Eurotunnel which takes 35 min and costs £117.

Is there a direct ferry between Fréthun and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct ferry from Fréthun to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Port of Dover via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Fréthun and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Calais-Fréthun and arriving at Folkestone. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Fréthun to Folkestone?

The distance between Fréthun and Folkestone is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fréthun to Folkestone without a car is to Eurotunnel which takes 35 min and costs £117.

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

The Eurotunnel from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Fréthun to Folkestone train from?

Fréthun to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.

What is the time difference between Fréthun and Folkestone?

Folkestone is 1h behind Fréthun. It is currently 1:08 PM in Fréthun and 12:08 PM in Folkestone.

Where does the Fréthun to Folkestone train arrive?

Fréthun to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Fréthun to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Fréthun to Folkestone by car train, car ferry, or train (TGV, Eurostar)

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Eurotunnel
best
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
35 min
£117
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2h 6m
£12–56
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 3m
£120–223

Fréthun to Folkestone by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.6 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Fréthun, France and Folkestone, England?

LeShuttle operates a vehicle from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone hourly. Tickets cost £117 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–50 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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