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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Folkestone is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Dorchester and Folkestone is 209 miles. The road distance is 185.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Dorchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Folkestone bus from?

Dorchester to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Folkestone train from?

Dorchester to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Dorchester to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Folkestone train arrive?

Dorchester to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Folkestone is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Dorchester to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 35m
£92–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 10m
£42–101
Drive 184.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Folkestonecar 184.6 mi
3h 13m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 5m
£91–195
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the bus from Ashford International station to East Kent Collegebus 10
8h 45m
£84–171

Dorchester to Folkestone by train and foot

108Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.4 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 10m.

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