What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street is to bus which costs £45 - £170 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street is to train via York which takes 4h 22m and costs £110 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at South Burns Stand K via London Victoria and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Folkestone and Chester-le-Street is 331 miles. The road distance is 333.4 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 22m and costs £110 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Folkestone to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chester-le-Street train from?

Folkestone to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street is to train via York which takes 4h 22m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £170 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Folkestone to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Folkestone to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Folkestone to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Chester-le-Street is 333 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Folkestone to Chester-le-Street - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Folkestone to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Chester-Le-Streettrain
4h 22m
£111–206
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 Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
10h 8m
£46–168
Drive 331.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Chester-le-Streetcar 331.4 mi
5h 26m
£81–117
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 15m
£100–371
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
6h 18m
£106–191
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 7m
£151–358
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 15m
£164–474
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester-Le-Streettrain
7h 27m
£159–464
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 49m
£116–313

Folkestone to Chester-le-Street by train

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Distance: 328.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Chester-le-Street, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Chester-Le-Street via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to South Burns Stand K via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Interchange in around 10h 8m.

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