What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Cheltenham and Folkestone Central is 194 miles. The road distance is 164.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £90 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Folkestone Central bus from?

Cheltenham to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Folkestone Central train from?

Cheltenham to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Folkestone Central is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Folkestone Central?

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Cheltenham to Folkestone Central - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 44m
£91–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 20m
£37–90
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone Centralcar 163.5 mi
3h 25m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 31m
£91–187
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus X52
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Green Line Coach Stationbus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the bus from Ashford International station to Kingsnorth Gardensbus 10
8h 24m
£39–71

Cheltenham to Folkestone Central by train and subway

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Distance: 192.4 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Folkestone Central, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Folkestone Central via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bouverie Road West in around 7h 20m.

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