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 £35 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

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 to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Verriers via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

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 12m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Somerset?

The distance between Folkestone and Somerset is 224 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 12m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 Bouverie Road West 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 12m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

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.

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

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Where can I stay near Somerset?

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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 12m
£101–181
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 Verriersbus 502
8h 5m
£36–62
Drive 207 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Somersetcar 207 mi
3h 44m
£52–74
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
£101–181
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bath Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
10h 9m
£53–90

Folkestone to Somerset by bus

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Shovel Lane via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, and Castle Way in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Verriers via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 5m.

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