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Hilvarenbeek to Folkestone

Updated: March 23, 2024 07:00 PM
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Hilvarenbeek to Folkestone - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of the Netherlands, including Hilvarenbeek, is Dutch. In Folkestone, England, the official language is English.

Currency

The currency used in Hilvarenbeek is the Euro (€), while the currency used in Folkestone is the British Pound (£).

Distance

The distance between Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone is approximately 330 kilometers (205 miles).

How to Reach

By Plane

The nearest airport to Hilvarenbeek is Eindhoven Airport (EIN), located about 25 kilometers (15 miles) away. From Eindhoven Airport, you can take a train to Rotterdam and then another train to Folkestone.

By Train

There is no direct train service between Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone. However, you can take a train from Hilvarenbeek to Rotterdam and then another train from Rotterdam to Folkestone.

By Car

The driving distance between Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. You can take the A2 motorway from Hilvarenbeek to Antwerp, and then the E34 motorway from Antwerp to Folkestone.

Expenses

Accommodation

The average cost of a hotel room in Hilvarenbeek is around €70 per night. In Folkestone, the average cost of a hotel room is around £80 per night.

Food and Drinks

The average cost of a meal in a restaurant in Hilvarenbeek is around €20. In Folkestone, the average cost of a meal in a restaurant is around £25.

Transportation

The cost of a train ticket from Hilvarenbeek to Rotterdam is around €15. The cost of a train ticket from Rotterdam to Folkestone is around £50.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone is during the spring or autumn. The weather is generally mild and pleasant during these seasons, and there are fewer crowds.

What to Eat

Hilvarenbeek

  • Brabantse worstenbroodjes (sausage rolls made with puff pastry)
  • Hete bliksem (a traditional Dutch dish made with mashed potatoes, carrots, and onions)
  • Stroopwafels (thin waffles filled with caramel syrup)

Folkestone

  • Fish and chips
  • Dover sole
  • Kentish apple cake

Where to Go

Hilvarenbeek

  • De Beekse Bergen Safari Park
  • The Hilvarenbeekse Museum
  • The Church of St. Peter

Folkestone

  • The Folkestone Harbour Arm
  • The Leas Promenade
  • The Kent Battle of Britain Museum

FAQ

Do I need a visa to travel from Hilvarenbeek to Folkestone?

Citizens of the Netherlands and the United Kingdom do not need a visa to travel between the two countries.

What is the best way to get from Hilvarenbeek to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Hilvarenbeek to Folkestone is by train. The journey takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes, and the cost of a ticket is around €70.

What is the weather like in Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone?

The weather in Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone is generally mild and temperate. The average temperature in Hilvarenbeek is around 10°C (50°F), while the average temperature in Folkestone is around 11°C (52°F).

What is the cost of living in Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone?

The cost of living in Hilvarenbeek and Folkestone is relatively high. The average cost of a one-bedroom apartment in Hilvarenbeek is around €700 per month, while the average cost of a one-bedroom apartment in Folkestone is around £800 per month.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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