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

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenwich to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lewisham Station station and arriving at Bouverie Road West. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Greenwich station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Canning Town DLR Station and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Greenwich to Folkestone?

The distance between Greenwich and Folkestone is 67 miles. The road distance is 64.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenwich to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Greenwich to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Folkestone bus from?

Greenwich to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Folkestone train from?

Greenwich to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Greenwich to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Greenwich to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Greenwich to Folkestone bus arrive?

Greenwich to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Greenwich to Folkestone train arrive?

Greenwich to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Can I drive from Greenwich to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenwich to Folkestone is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Greenwich to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Greenwich to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Greenwich to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 37m
£32–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
2h 15m
£14–35
Drive 64.3 mi
1. Drive from Greenwich to Folkestonecar 64.3 mi
1h 9m
£16–23
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to London Bridge City Pierferry Rb6 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 35m

Greenwich to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 66.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Greenwich, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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