The average train between Folkestone and Bologna takes 19h 57m and the fastest train takes 17h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Folkestone and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 8:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Bologna at 5:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 19h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Bologna? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Bologna station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 57m.
Folkestone to Bologna train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Bologna train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
Book your Folkestone to Bologna train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 5 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Bologna is 1,053.7 km. The road distance is 1,635 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bologna Centrale via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Torino Porta Susa in around 13h 12m.