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Five ways to Travel from Southend-On-Sea to Folkestone

Composite routes from Southend-On-Sea to Folkestone

Cheapest
1 h 28 min
Car
131 km.
from $7
Other
1 h 28 min
Rideshare
131 km.
from $4.98
2 h 28 min
58 km.
from $68.74
4 h 31 min
Bus, Train
58 km.
from $5.43
2 h 30 min
58 km.
from $106.28

Transport providers

Bus operators

Autostradale

Phone:
+39 02 3008 9000
Email:
Website:
autostradale.it/
Bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.06–$18.99

First Essex

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Email:
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/essex
Bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly

Airport Bus Express

Phone:
0044 (0) 1279681984
Email:
Website:
airportbusexpress.co.uk/
Bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.86

Train operators

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Southend Victoria to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Stratford International to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62

c2c

Phone:
+44 345 744 4422
Email:
Website:
c2c-online.co.uk/
Train from Southend Central to West
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Questions and Answers

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 $25 - $36.96 and takes 1h 27m.

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 27m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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 28m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Folkestone is 156 km. The road distance is 130.3 km.

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 28m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m 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 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone.

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

Book your Southend-on-Sea to Folkestone train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Folkestone. Prices start at $52.61 per night.
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