What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Folkestone?

The distance between Birmingham and Folkestone is 184 miles. The road distance is 193.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Birmingham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Folkestone bus from?

Birmingham to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Folkestone train from?

Birmingham to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Birmingham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Birmingham to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Birmingham to Folkestone train arrive?

Birmingham to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Folkestone is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Birmingham to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 6m
£72–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to London Victoriabus Uk020 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 10m
£28–60
Drive 192.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Folkestonecar 192.2 mi
3h 12m
£47–68
Fly, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BHX - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 23m
£205–515
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 34m
£85–154

Birmingham to Folkestone by train and foot

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 7h 10m.

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