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There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Southwold by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 99 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain train
    2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain train
    3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain train
    4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kings Headbus bus 99
    6h 2m
    £89–153

  2. Drive  152.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Folkestone to Southwoldcar car 152.5 mi
    2h 54m
    £38–55

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford Internationaltrain train
    2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Norwichbus bus
    3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus bus 146
    7h 1m
    £48–95

  4. Train, bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)

    1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain train
    2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus bus A9 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus bus 727 / ...
    4. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus bus 146
    8h 14m
    £58–99

Folkestone to Southwold by train and bus

Calendar103Weekly Services
Duration6h 2mAverage Duration
Ticket£89Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 193.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Folkestone to Southwold. However, you can take the train to Stratford International, walk to Stratford International DLR Station, take the train to Stratford DLR Station, walk to Stratford (London), take the train to Ipswich, take the train to Lowestoft, walk to Railway Station, then take the line 99 bus to Kings Head. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone West to Kings Head via Stratford International, London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 7h 1m.

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