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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Sunderland is to bus which costs £40 - £170 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs £90 - £350.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Sunderland?

The distance between Folkestone and Sunderland is 336 miles. The road distance is 335.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Folkestone to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sunderland bus from?

Folkestone to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £170 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Folkestone to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Sunderland is 336 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Folkestone to Sunderland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Folkestone to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 18m
£106–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
10h 14m
£45–168
Drive 333.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Sunderlandcar 333.9 mi
5h 32m
£81–117
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 33m
£94–347
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
11h 11m
£47–179
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 50m
£148–351
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 14m
£171–456

Folkestone to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Sunderland via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Interchange via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 14m.

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