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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Plymouth is to bus which costs £40 - £150 and takes 11h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Plymouth via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Plymouth?

The distance between Folkestone and Plymouth is 298 miles. The road distance is 279.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Plymouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 57m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Folkestone to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Plymouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Plymouth is to train via London which takes 4h 57m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £150 and takes 11h 6m.

Where does the Folkestone to Plymouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Plymouth is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Folkestone to Plymouth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Folkestone to Plymouth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 57m
£139–270
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 Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
11h 6m
£43–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
8h 23m
£81–176
Drive 277.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Plymouthcar 277.8 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 16m
£234–533
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 47m
£138–270
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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 Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 22m
£157–329

Folkestone to Plymouth by train and subway

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Plymouth via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Plymouth Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 11h 6m.

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