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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Launceston is to bus which costs £40 - £130 and takes 12h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Westgate Street via London Victoria, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Okehampton via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Launceston?

The distance between Folkestone and Launceston is 290 miles. The road distance is 277.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Launceston without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 59m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Folkestone to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Launceston?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Launceston is to train via London which takes 6h 59m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 12h 45m.

Where does the Folkestone to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Launceston is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Folkestone to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Launceston.

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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 Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 59m
£128–257
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 Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
12h 45m
£42–125
Drive 275.7 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Launcestoncar 275.7 mi
4h 48m
£68–97
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
7h 51m
£128–258
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus 66
9h 33m
£114–240

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Distance: 288.5 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Kensey Valley Meadow via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Westgate Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 12h 45m.

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