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 7h 50m.

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 Huntworth Lane M5 via London Victoria and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

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 Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 17m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 17m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 7h 50m.

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 Stratford International 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 790+ 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 Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 17m
£103–203
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 Bus Stationbus 040 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
7h 50m
£32–100
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
£51–74
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 21m
£228–498
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 / ...
4h 59m
£101–200
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 25m
£114–289

Folkestone to Somerset by bus and foot

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Shovel Lane via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Huntworth Lane M5 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 7h 50m.

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