What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Folkestone is 98 miles. The road distance is 80.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 29m
£42–81
Drive 79.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestonecar 79.6 mi
1h 28m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 26m
£39–78
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 30m
£49–90

Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 97.1 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Folkestone Central via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 29m.

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