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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 37m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station 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 37m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Southampton Central Station is 152 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Folkestone to Southampton Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Southampton Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Southampton Central Station?

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

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

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Folkestone to Southampton Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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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 Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 49m
£67–154
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 37m
£33–79
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Southampton Central Stationcar 136.1 mi
2h 25m
£33–48
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 15m
£66–145
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
£65–135

Folkestone to Southampton Central Station by train and foot

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Southampton Central Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Coach Station in around 6h 37m.

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