What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 7m and costs £35 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to London Paddington Station station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Lancaster Gate Station via Elephant & Castle Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Paddington via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

The distance between Folkestone and London Paddington Station is 73 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to London Paddington Station without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 7m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to London Paddington Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to London Paddington Station train from?

Folkestone to London Paddington Station train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 7m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Folkestone to London Paddington Station bus arrive?

Folkestone to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to London Paddington Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to London Paddington Station is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Folkestone to London Paddington Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to London Paddington Station?

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Where can I stay near London Paddington Station?

There are 21993+ hotels available in London Paddington Station.

Folkestone to London Paddington Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to London Paddington Station by train, bus, or car

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 7m
£38–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007
3h 35m
£18–39
Drive 71.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to London Paddington Stationcar 71.5 mi
1h 35m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 59m
£38–80

Folkestone to London Paddington Station by train and subway

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and London Paddington Station, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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