FOLKESTONE TRANSPORT LINKS

great connections

Folkestone is connected to central London, St. Pancras, in less than 1 hour by direct HS1 train. The service gives Folkestone a strategic advantage over other coastal towns. Access to Europe couldn’t be easier with the Eurotunnel less than 10 minutes away enabling access to mainland Europe in only 30 minutes. The M20 allows access to London by car. Gatwick Airport is 1hr 15 minutes by car, London City is 1 hour 30 minutes, and Lydd Airport is 35 minutes away.

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Folkestone RAILWAY STATION

train services

Folkestone Central Railway Station is the main station serving the town. It is located on the South Eastern Main Line, approximately 69 miles from London Charing Cross. Southeastern operates all services from the station, providing frequent trains to London St Pancras International and London Charing Cross via Tonbridge. Additionally, there are regular services to Dover Priory, with some trains continuing to Ramsgate.

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LONDON TO FOLKESTONE TRAINS

HS1 train

Travel from Folkestone to London St Pancras International The journey time is approximately 55 minutes by HS1 train.

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FOLKESTONE EUROTUNNEL

Le shuttle

Whether you're planning a family vacation, a business trip, or a road trip through Europe, the Eurotunnel from Folkestone provides a convenient and efficient way to cross the English Channel. It connects Folkestone with Coquelles in France and is the the only fixed link between the island of Great Britain and the European mainland. The train journey through the tunnel takes approximately 35 minutes.

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