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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Ilford Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Beckton Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Folkestone Central via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Ilford to Folkestone?

The distance between Ilford and Folkestone is 68 miles. The road distance is 67.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Ilford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Folkestone bus from?

Ilford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Ilford Station.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Ilford to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 366 bus and line 129 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £150 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Ilford to Folkestone bus arrive?

Ilford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Beckton Bus Station.

Where does the Ilford to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Folkestone is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ilford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilford to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 43m
£34–68
Line 366 bus, line 129 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ilford Station to Beckton Bus Stationbus 366
2. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 129
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
5h 11m
£15–143
Drive 66.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Folkestonecar 66.9 mi
1h 16m
£17–24

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford Station to Bouverie Road West via Beckton Bus Station and Lewisham Station in around 5h 11m.

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