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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Somerset is to bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Bus Station, London Victoria and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Taunton via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Somerset?

The distance between Folkestone and Somerset is 223 miles. The road distance is 208.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Somerset without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Folkestone to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Somerset?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Somerset is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Folkestone to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Somerset is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Folkestone to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 806+ hotels available in Somerset.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Folkestone to Somerset by train, bus, car, or 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 Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 19m
£99–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 040 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
9h 15m
£31–98
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Verriersbus Sf1
6h 31m
Drive 207 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Somersetcar 207 mi
3h 44m
£51–73
Train to London City Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 42m
£228–512
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 Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 10m
£98–211
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, bus
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 Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
7h 49m
£115–245

Folkestone to Somerset by train, subway, and bus

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Branchflower Farm via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 9h 15m.

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