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 £40 - £80 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Leigh is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

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 Newton-le-Willows via London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Leigh?

The distance between Folkestone and Leigh is 277 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 and line 610 bus which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m 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 Bus 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 bus which takes 11h 38m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £180 and takes 4h 57m.

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 33m to drive from Folkestone to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3575+ hotels available in Leigh.

Folkestone to Leigh - 9 ways to travel via train, line 610 bus, bus, and car

There are 9 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, line 610 bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610
4h 34m
£103–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
11h 38m
£45–78
Drive 274 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Leighcar 274 mi
4h 33m
£68–98
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 48m
£109–329
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 57m
£101–173
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 56m
£128–200
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
7h 10m
£253–457
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 36m
£115–280
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
7h 33m
£396–664

Folkestone to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

103Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

£103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 11h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Leigh Bus Station via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Newton-le-Willows, and Newton-le-Willows Interchange in around 4h 57m.

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