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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Folkestone is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Bristol to Folkestone?

The distance between Bristol and Folkestone is 191 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Bristol to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Folkestone bus from?

Bristol to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Folkestone train from?

Bristol to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Bristol to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Bristol to Folkestone bus arrive?

Bristol to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bristol to Folkestone train arrive?

Bristol to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Folkestone is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Bristol to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 28m
£89–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
6h 50m
£39–95
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 34m
£58–132
Drive 186.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Folkestonecar 186.9 mi
3h 7m
£46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 20m
£90–174

Bristol to Folkestone by train and subway

122Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 50m.

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