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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Rainham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from White Horse and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rainham (Kent) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Rainham to Folkestone?

The distance between Rainham and Folkestone is 41 miles. The road distance is 38.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Folkestone without a car is to train and line 16 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £14 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Rainham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Folkestone bus from?

Rainham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Folkestone train from?

Rainham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Rainham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Rainham to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £24 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Rainham to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rainham to Folkestone train arrive?

Rainham to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Rainham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Folkestone is 38 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Rainham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Rainham to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Rainham to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 16 bus
best
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 32m
£15–26
Drive 38.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rainham to Folkestonecar 38.2 mi
47 min
£10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 45m
£32–66
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rainham to Folkestonetaxi 38.2 mi
47 min
£80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
2h 41m
£10–24

Rainham to Folkestone by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Rainham, Medway, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Bouverie Road West every 4 hours. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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