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

The cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Folkestone is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Thamesmead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Thamesmead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Thamesmead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Thamesmead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Abbey Wood (London) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Thamesmead to Folkestone?

The distance between Thamesmead and Folkestone is 73 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Thamesmead to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Folkestone bus from?

Thamesmead to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road station.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Folkestone train from?

Thamesmead to Folkestone train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Train or bus from Thamesmead to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 177 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £45 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Thamesmead to Folkestone bus arrive?

Thamesmead to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Folkestone train arrive?

Thamesmead to Folkestone train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford International DLR Station.

Can I drive from Thamesmead to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Thamesmead to Folkestone is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Thamesmead to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Thamesmead to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford International DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 58m
£33–66
Drive 60 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thamesmead to Folkestonecar 60 mi
1h 8m
£15–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Market Place Bexleyheathbus 301
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Ebbsfleet International stationbus B / ...
3. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain
2h 39m
Bus, train via Sevenoaks
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Chislehurst Stationbus Sl3
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 16m
£31–58
Line 177 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to New Cross Gate Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
4h 34m
£17–42

Thamesmead to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 72.1 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Abbey Wood (London) to Folkestone Central via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Bouverie Road West via New Cross Gate Station in around 4h 34m.

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