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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Skegness is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Skegness via King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Skegness?

The distance between Folkestone and Skegness is 234 miles. The road distance is 201.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Folkestone to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Skegness is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Folkestone to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1821+ hotels available in Skegness.

Folkestone to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 42m
£95–167
Drive 199.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Skegnesscar 199.9 mi
3h 51m
£50–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Bus Stationbus X12
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dorothy Avenuebus B7x / ...
5h 24m
£61–156
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to New Cross Gate Stationbus 007
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
9h 5m
£94–218

Folkestone to Skegness by train

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Skegness via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 42m.

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