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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Birmingham is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Newhall Street via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Birmingham?

The distance between Folkestone and Birmingham is 184 miles. The road distance is 193.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Folkestone to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Birmingham bus from?

Folkestone to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Folkestone to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Birmingham is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Folkestone to Birmingham.

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

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

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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 Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 39m
£70–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
7h 2m
£29–60
Drive 192.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Birminghamcar 192.6 mi
3h 13m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LCY - BHX
5h 41m
£206–512
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
4h 24m
£81–153

Folkestone to Birmingham by train and foot

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Newhall Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 2m.

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