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

The cheapest way to get from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone is to line 8 bus and line 16 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Westgate-on-Sea and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Westgate-on-Sea station to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Westgate-on-Sea and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

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

The distance between Westgate-on-Sea and Folkestone is 36 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £40.

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

The train from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone Central takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone bus from?

Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Railway Station.

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

Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Westgate-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and line 16 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone bus arrive?

Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone is 26 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone?

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Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 8 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone Centraltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
1h 7m
£18–40
Line 8 bus, line 16 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 35m
£6
Drive 26 mi
1. Drive from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestonecar 26 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestonetaxi 26 mi
38 min
£55–70
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from Westgate-on-Sea to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Centraltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 37m
£19–37

Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Westgate-on-Sea to Folkestone Central once daily. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Folkestone Central station via Bus Station in around 1h 35m.

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