How to get from Folkestone to Ashford by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Folkestone to Ashford in London, take the 10 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Folkestone Central station to Ashford International station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min.

33min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1010
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID A2
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    Folkestone
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ashford International
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 16 and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Folkestone to Ashford in London, take the 16 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Folkestone Central station to Ashford International station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min.

34min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Canterbury
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ashford International
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Folkestone to Ashford

The distance between Folkestone, London and Ashford, London is approximately 14.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Folkestone to Ashford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Folkestone

Folkestone is located at West Cliff Gardens, London and the nearest public transport station is Bus Station, Folkestone.

Bus stations close to Folkestone:

  • Bus Station, Folkestone
  • The Cube, Folkestone
  • Sandgate Road, Folkestone

Public transport stations close to Ashford, London

Ashford is located at Ashford, London and the nearest public transport station is Christchurch Road, South Ashford.

Bus stations close to Ashford:

  • Christchurch Road, South Ashford
  • Elwick Road, Ashford
  • Beaver Road Bridge, Ashford

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 16 and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Folkestone to Ashford in London, take the 16 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Folkestone Central station to Ashford International station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min.

34min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Canterbury
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ashford International
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ashford?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 10, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Folkestone to Ashford?

    The alternative route takes 34 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Ashford?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Folkestone to Ashford?

    The 10 bus line goes from Bus Station, Folkestone station near Folkestone in Shepway to Folkestone station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Folkestone station near Ashford in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Folkestone to Ashford by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Folkestone in Shepway and Ashford in London by bus and train is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Folkestone to get to Ashford?

    Get on the 10 bus from the Bus Station, Folkestone stop near Folkestone in Shepway.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Folkestone and Ashford?

    Get off the bus at the Folkestone station, which is closest to Ashford in London.

  • When is the first train from Folkestone to Ashford?

    The first train from Folkestone in Shepway to Ashford in London is Southeastern. It leaves the Folkestone Central station at 05:42.

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