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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Dorchester is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at South Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Dorchester?

The distance between Folkestone and Dorchester is 209 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 28m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Folkestone to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Dorchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Dorchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 4h 28m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Folkestone to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Dorchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Dorchester is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Folkestone to Dorchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Folkestone to Dorchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 28m
£92–209
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 South Stationbus 035
8h 25m
£42–99
Drive 184.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Dorchestercar 184.1 mi
3h 12m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 54m
£91–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Kent College to Ashford International stationbus 10
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 35m
£88–190

Folkestone to Dorchester by train and foot

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Dorchester South via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to South Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 25m.

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