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44 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Whitstable to Folkestone

Cheapest
34 min
Car
44 km.
from $2
Other
38 min
Bus
48 km.
from €8.37

Transport providers

Train operators

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Whitstable to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69
Train from Whitstable to Ramsgate
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78
Train from Ramsgate to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Bus operators

Stagecoach South East

Phone:
+44 345 241 8000
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Harbour Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Bus from Bus Station to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to drive which costs $8.70 - $14.13 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $8.70 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Folkestone Central Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Folkestone?

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?

The distance between Whitstable and Folkestone is 79 km. The road distance is 45.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $33.70 - $47.83 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $33.70 - $47.83 . Alternatively, you can line 401 bus and line 16 bus, which costs and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Whitstable and Folkestone?

It is currently 03:23 at both, Whitstable and Folkestone.

Where does the Whitstable to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Folkestone is 45 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Whitstable to Folkestone.

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

Book your Whitstable to Folkestone train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Folkestone. Prices start at $54.38 per night.
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