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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Paddington is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 10m and costs £35 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Paddington 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 29m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Paddington. 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 10m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Paddington?

The distance between Folkestone and Paddington is 73 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Paddington without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 10m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Folkestone to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Paddington?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 10m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Folkestone to Paddington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Paddington is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Folkestone to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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Folkestone to Paddington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 10m
£37–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007
3h 29m
£18–41
Drive 71.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Paddingtoncar 71.6 mi
1h 36m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 59m
£38–74

Folkestone to Paddington by train and subway

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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