What is the cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central is to line 401 bus and line 16 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Folkestone Central station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Folkestone Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitstable and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Whitstable and Folkestone Central is 49 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

How do I travel from Whitstable to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

The train from Whitstable to Folkestone Central takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone Central bus from?

Whitstable to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Harbour Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone Central train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 401 bus and line 16 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Folkestone Central is 24 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Whitstable to Folkestone Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitstable to Folkestone Central?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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Whitstable to Folkestone Central - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 401 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable to Folkestone Central by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Folkestone Centraltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
1h 26m
£26–55
Line 401 bus, line 16 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
1h 29m
£6
Drive 23.8 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Folkestone Centralcar 23.8 mi
39 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Folkestone Centraltaxi 23.8 mi
39 min
£100–130
Train via Ramsgate
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Ramsgatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Centraltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 56m
£26–51

Whitstable to Folkestone Central by train

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Folkestone Central, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Whitstable to Folkestone Central once daily. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Folkestone Central station via Bus Station in around 1h 29m.

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