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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Leicester is to bus which costs £27 - £90 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £85 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Leicester?

The distance between Folkestone and Leicester is 169 miles. The road distance is 177.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Folkestone to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Leicester?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £90 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Folkestone to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Leicester is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Folkestone to Leicester.

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

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

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Folkestone to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 10m
£86–144
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 St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
6h 26m
£28–89
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
3h 56m
£50–98
Drive 176.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Leicestercar 176.8 mi
3h
£43–63

Folkestone to Leicester by train

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to St Margaret's Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 26m.

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