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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Wakefield is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £95 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Wakefield?

The distance between Folkestone and Wakefield is 246 miles. The road distance is 248.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Folkestone to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Wakefield train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Wakefield is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Folkestone to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2175+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Folkestone to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone to Wakefield by train, car, or 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 Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 14m
£96–152
Drive 247.3 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Wakefieldcar 247.3 mi
4h 16m
£61–88
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
5h 28m
£118–379
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 34m
£125–206
Train to London City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
6h 48m
£280–725
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LGW - LBA
7h 29m
£111–246

Folkestone to Wakefield by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Wakefield Westgate via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 14m.

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