What is the cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between South Benfleet and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from South Benfleet to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kents Hill Road and arriving at Radnor Park via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between South Benfleet and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from South Benfleet to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Benfleet and arriving at Folkestone Central via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

The distance between South Benfleet and Folkestone is 91 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

How do I travel from South Benfleet to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Folkestone bus from?

South Benfleet to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Kents Hill Road station.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Folkestone train from?

South Benfleet to Folkestone train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

Train or bus from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and line 100 bus and bus and line 16 bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the South Benfleet to Folkestone bus arrive?

South Benfleet to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the South Benfleet to Folkestone train arrive?

South Benfleet to Folkestone train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between South Benfleet to Folkestone is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from South Benfleet to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from South Benfleet to Folkestone?

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There are 4 ways to get from South Benfleet to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 9m
£40–91
Drive 71.6 mi
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1. Drive from South Benfleet to Folkestonecar 71.6 mi
1h 17m
£18–26
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 57m
£28–56
Line 22 bus, line 100 bus, bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Kents Hill Road to Bus Stationbus 22
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Radnor Parkbus 16
5h 23m

South Benfleet to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 90.6 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between South Benfleet, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Benfleet to Folkestone Central via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kents Hill Road to Radnor Park via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 23m.

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