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

The cheapest way to get from Sandwich to Folkestone is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandwich to Folkestone is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sandwich and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandwich to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Guildhall and arriving at Radnor Park via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Sandwich and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandwich and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Sandwich to Folkestone?

The distance between Sandwich and Folkestone is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sandwich to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £10 - £22.

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

The train from Sandwich to Folkestone Central takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sandwich to Folkestone bus from?

Sandwich to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Guildhall station.

Where do I catch the Sandwich to Folkestone train from?

Sandwich to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Sandwich station.

Train or bus from Sandwich to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Sandwich to Folkestone is to train which takes 34 min and costs £10 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 43 bus and line 16 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Sandwich to Folkestone bus arrive?

Sandwich to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Sandwich to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sandwich to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandwich to Folkestone is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Sandwich to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Sandwich to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 43 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sandwich to Folkestone by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandwich to Folkestone Centraltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
34 min
£10–22
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sandwich to Folkestonecar 17.8 mi
26 min
£5–7
Line 43 bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Guildhall to Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Radnor Parkbus 16
1h 33m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sandwich to Folkestonetaxi 17.8 mi
26 min
£35–50

Sandwich to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Sandwich to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–22 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildhall to Radnor Park via Bus Station in around 1h 33m.

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