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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Leigh is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via London Victoria and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Wigan North Western via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Leigh?

The distance between Folkestone and Leigh is 272 miles. The road distance is 275.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Folkestone to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Leigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Leigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Leigh?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Folkestone to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Leigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Leigh is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Folkestone to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3570+ hotels available in Leigh.

Folkestone to Leigh - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromFolkestone to Leigh

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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 Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 13m
£109–195
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 Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
10h 13m
£53–135
Drive 274 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Leighcar 274 mi
4h 32m
£67–97
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 Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
5h 34m
£117–395
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 52m
£139–235
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
6h 28m
£151–347
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
7h 43m
£112–280
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
8h 1m
£113–293

Folkestone to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Leigh.

Launch map view

Distance: 270.4 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Leigh Town Hall via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Leigh Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 10h 13m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.