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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Sidmouth is to bus which costs £35 - £130 and takes 11h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Sidmouth is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Triangle via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Honiton via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Sidmouth?

The distance between Folkestone and Sidmouth is 263 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sidmouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Folkestone to Sidmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sidmouth bus from?

Folkestone to Sidmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sidmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Sidmouth?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sidmouth is to train via London which takes 6h 48m and costs £95 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 11h 42m.

Where does the Folkestone to Sidmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Sidmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Sidmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Sidmouth is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Folkestone to Sidmouth.

Where can I stay near Sidmouth?

There are 1933+ hotels available in Sidmouth.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to All Saints Churchbus 9 / ...
5h 41m
£117–237
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
11h 42m
£38–122
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 Exeterbus Ukn49
8h 39m
£74–170
Drive 227.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Sidmouthcar 227.5 mi
3h 58m
£56–80
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
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
7h 38m
£212–492
Train via London
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Honitontrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 48m
£99–232
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Honitontrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 15m
£98–224
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
7h 42m
£140–288

Folkestone to Sidmouth by train, subway, and bus

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to All Saints Church via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Honiton, and Lace Walk in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Triangle via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 11h 42m.

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