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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Southampton Port is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Southampton Port is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Southampton Port?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Southampton Port. 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 3h 11m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Southampton Port?

The distance between Folkestone and Southampton Port is 154 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Southampton Port without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Folkestone to Southampton Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton Port train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Southampton Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Southampton Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Southampton Port is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Folkestone to Southampton Port.

Where can I stay near Southampton Port?

There are 1967+ hotels available in Southampton Port.

Folkestone to Southampton Port - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Southampton Port by train or car

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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 / ...
3h 11m
£68–128
Drive 136.6 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Southampton Portcar 136.6 mi
2h 26m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 36m
£65–125
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
5h 40m
£65–117

Folkestone to Southampton Port by train, foot, subway, and bus

103Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Regents Park Road via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Southampton Central, and Central Station in around 3h 11m.

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