What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Folkstone Eurotunnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel. However, there are services departing from Cecil Square and arriving at Hawkins Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Folkstone Eurotunnel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ramsgate and arriving at Folkestone West. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The distance between Margate and Folkstone Eurotunnel is 32 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The train from Ramsgate to Folkestone West takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus from?

Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Cecil Square station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel train from?

Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ramsgate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The best way to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £6 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus arrive?

Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel train arrive?

Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone West station.

Can I drive from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel is 30 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel.

Where can I stay near Folkstone Eurotunnel?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Folkstone Eurotunnel.

Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnel by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Westtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 39m
£15–30
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cecil Square to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hawkins Roadbus 17
3h 7m
£6
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alexandra Road to Ramsgate stationbus Loop / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Westtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
3h 10m
£18–33
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunnelcar 30 mi
44 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Margate to Folkstone Eurotunneltaxi 30 mi
44 min
£130–160

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Folkstone Eurotunnel, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ramsgate to Folkestone West hourly. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cecil Square to Folkstone Eurotunnel via Bus Station and Hawkins Road in around 3h 7m.

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