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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Alton is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Alton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Alton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Folkestone to Alton?

The distance between Folkestone and Alton is 120 miles. The road distance is 107.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Alton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Folkestone to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Alton train from?

Folkestone to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Alton train arrive?

Folkestone to Alton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Alton is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Folkestone to Alton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 481+ hotels available in Alton.

Folkestone to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 65 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h
£56–123
Drive 106.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Altoncar 106.9 mi
1h 50m
£26–38
Train, bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Tonbridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Friary Bus Stationbus 32
3. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to High Streetbus 65
5h 26m
£42–76
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
3h 26m
£55–115

Folkestone to Alton by train, foot, and subway

119Weekly Services

3hAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Alton via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h.

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