What is the cheapest way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Kew Gardens (Station) and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kew Gardens Hotel and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Chiswick Lane and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kew Gardens (Station) and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kew Gardens and arriving at Folkestone Central via West Hampstead Thameslink and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

The distance between Kew Gardens (Station) and Folkestone is 81 miles. The road distance is 77.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone bus from?

Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone train from?

Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Kew Gardens station.

Train or bus from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £80 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone bus arrive?

Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone train arrive?

Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at West Hampstead station.

Can I drive from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kew Gardens to West Hampsteadtrain Richmond NLL - Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 12m
£42–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
5h 30m
£19–77
Drive 77 mi
1. Drive from Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestonecar 77 mi
1h 47m
£19–27
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Kew Gardens station to Embankment stationsubway District
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 57m
£43–99

Kew Gardens (Station) to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Kew Gardens (Station), Greater London, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Kew Gardens to Folkestone Central via West Hampstead, West Hampstead Thameslink, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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