How to Travel from
Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central
by Car
Schedule
Gatwick Airport, Great Britain → Folkestone Central, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central
Composite routes from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central
Cheapest
1 h 16 min
Car
119 km.
from $6
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325 м
325 м
Turn right
27 м
27 м
Turn right
48 м
48 м
Turn left
43 м
43 м
Turn right
14 м
14 м
Turn left
100 м
100 м
Turn left
107 м
107 м
Turn right
385 м
385 м
Keep left
115 м
115 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Perimeter Road North
Perimeter Road North, 1 km 134 м
1 km 134 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Longbridge Way
Longbridge Way, 220 м
220 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Airport Way
Airport Way, 1 km 338 м
1 km 338 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Airport Way Roundabout East
Airport Way Roundabout East, 1 km 293 м
1 km 293 м
Keep left onto M23 and take M23, (M25) toward London, Heathrow, Dartford
London, Heathrow, Dartford, M23, (M25), 11 km 313 м
11 km 313 м
Keep left toward M25(CW)|M25(CW)|M25(ACW)|M25(ACW)
M25(CW)|M25(CW)|M25(ACW)|M25(ACW), 1 km 517 м
1 km 517 м
Keep right
19 km 319 м
19 km 319 м
Keep right onto M25 and take M26, (M20) toward Dover, Channel Tunnel, Maidstone, Hastings, Sevenoaks (A21)
Dover, Channel Tunnel, Maidstone, Hastings, Sevenoaks (A21), M26, (M20), 78 km 86 м
78 km 86 м
Keep left onto M20 and drive toward Folkestone,
Folkestone, , 475 м
475 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Ashford Road
Ashford Road, 1 km 599 м
1 km 599 м
Continue onto Cheriton High Street
Cheriton High Street, 3 km 713 м
3 km 713 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cheriton Road
Cheriton Road, 100 м
100 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Other operators
Jayride
Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from London Gatwick Airport to Folkestone
Estimated price:
$132.75
Train operators
Southern
Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52
Train from Redhill to Tonbridge
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Gatwick Express
Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64
Thameslink
Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Victoria to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Southeastern
Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28
Train from London Bridge to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$82.28
Train from Tonbridge to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus operators
Metrobus
Bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Redhill
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.29–$3.67
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central is to drive which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 1h 16m.
What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .
Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Folkestone Central?
No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
The distance between Gatwick Airport and Folkestone Central is 159 km. The road distance is 121.1 km.
How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central without a car?
The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $65.22 - $108.70 .
How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central train from?
Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Where does the Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central train arrive?
Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.
Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central.
How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central?
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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?
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