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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Swansea is to bus which costs £35 - £130 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Swansea via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Swansea?

The distance between Folkestone and Swansea is 264 miles. The road distance is 254.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swansea without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 36m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Folkestone to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Swansea?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swansea is to train via London which takes 4h 36m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Folkestone to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Swansea is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Folkestone to Swansea.

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

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Folkestone to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 36m
£124–251
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 Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
8h 37m
£39–128
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 47m
£75–172
Drive 253.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Swanseacar 253.4 mi
4h 20m
£62–90
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 22m
£124–252

Folkestone to Swansea by train and subway

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Swansea via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 37m.

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