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How to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus?

From Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus

To get from Folkestone to Herne Bay in London, take the 007 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Bus Station, Canterbury station. Next, take the 601 bus from Bus Station, Canterbury station to Railway Station, Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min.

95min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 007007
Bus - 601601
Walk to Herne Bay
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID E
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 007007
    Wait for bus
    007
    Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    ID C4
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 601601
    Wait for bus
    601
    Herne Bay
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station, Herne Bay
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to Herne Bay
    Walk to
    Herne Bay
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus and train

To get from Folkestone to Herne Bay in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 71 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ramsgate station to Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7171
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID A1
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Cheriton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ramsgate
    49 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    St Pancras International
  • 8
    Ride to train station Herne Bay
    Ride to train station
    Herne Bay
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Folkestone to Herne Bay
The distance between Folkestone, London and Herne Bay, London is approximately 23.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus, 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 Herne Bay, London

Herne Bay is located at Herne Bay, London and the nearest public transport station is Poplar Drive Shops, Greenhill.

Bus stations close to Herne Bay:

  • Poplar Drive Shops, Greenhill
  • Sea Street, Herne Bay
  • Fleetwood Avenue, Herne Bay

From Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus and train

To get from Folkestone to Herne Bay in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 71 bus from Bus Station, Folkestone station to Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ramsgate station to Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7171
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Bus Station, Folkestone
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Folkestone
    ID A1
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Cheriton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Folkestone Central Railway Station, Folkestone
    ID B
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Folkestone Central
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ramsgate
    49 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    St Pancras International
  • 8
    Ride to train station Herne Bay
    Ride to train station
    Herne Bay
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 007, Bus line 601.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 71, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Herne Bay?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Folkestone to Herne Bay?

    The 007 bus line goes from Bus Station, Folkestone station near Folkestone in Shepway to Victoria station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Victoria station near Herne Bay in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Folkestone to Herne Bay by bus?

    The total travel time between Folkestone in Shepway and Herne Bay in London by bus is about 1 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the 007 bus from the Bus Station, Folkestone stop near Folkestone in Shepway.

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

    Get off the bus at the Victoria stop, which is closest to Herne Bay in London.

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