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3About Folkestone
Folkestone perches on Kent's coast where the M20 meets the Channel Tunnel, making it Britain's gateway to Europe. The A20 provides a scenic coastal alternative through Dover, whilst local routes like the A259 connect the string of seaside towns along this stretch. With over 70 EV charging points, it's well-equipped for continental travelers. The town's defining feature remains the enormous concrete mouth of the Channel Tunnel terminal, an engineering marvel that's transformed this former fishing port into one of Europe's busiest transport hubs.
Where is Folkestone on the map?
Folkestone is in England, at 51.082, 1.167 - about 12 km south of Park Side, Kent.
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What is the closest airport to Folkestone?
The closest airport to Folkestone is London Gatwick Airport, 121 km (about 1 h 25 min by car).