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

The cheapest way to get from Strood to Folkestone is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Strood to Folkestone is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Strood and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Strood to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Strood and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Strood to Folkestone?

The distance between Strood and Folkestone is 57 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strood to Folkestone without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 1h 32m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Strood to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strood to Folkestone train from?

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

Where does the Strood to Folkestone train arrive?

Strood to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.

Can I drive from Strood to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Strood to Folkestone is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Strood to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Strood to Folkestone - 6 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Strood to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from Strood to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 32m
£29–53
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strood to Folkestonecar 42 mi
48 min
£11–15
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Canterbury Easttrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
2h 39m
£19–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Strood to Folkestonetaxi 42 mi
48 min
£180–220
Line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elaine Avenue to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 58m
£26–48
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 29m
£27–50

Strood to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Strood, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Strood to Folkestone Central via Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 32m.

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