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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Southampton is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Southampton?

The distance between Folkestone and Southampton is 153 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 53m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Folkestone to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton bus from?

Folkestone to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Southampton?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Southampton is to train via London which takes 2h 53m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Folkestone to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Southampton train arrive?

Folkestone to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Southampton is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Folkestone to Southampton.

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

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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 Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 53m
£71–170
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 Coach Stationbus 032
6h 32m
£31–78
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar 136.3 mi
2h 25m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 17m
£67–148
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Kent College to Ashford International stationbus 10
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 42m
£65–136

Folkestone to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Southampton Central via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 32m.

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