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

The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Folkestone is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grimsby to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Grimsby and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Grimsby to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Yarborough Hotel and arriving at Bouverie Road West via St Margaret's Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Grimsby and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Grimsby Town and arriving at Folkestone Central via Doncaster and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Grimsby to Folkestone?

The distance between Grimsby and Folkestone is 275 miles. The road distance is 224.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grimsby to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Grimsby to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grimsby to Folkestone bus from?

Grimsby to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Yarborough Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Grimsby to Folkestone train from?

Grimsby to Folkestone train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.

Train or bus from Grimsby to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Grimsby to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Grimsby to Folkestone bus arrive?

Grimsby to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Grimsby to Folkestone train arrive?

Grimsby to Folkestone train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Grimsby to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Grimsby to Folkestone is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Grimsby to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Grimsby to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 24m
£86–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yarborough Hotel to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 29m
£53–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Meadowhalltrain
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 33m
£55–106
Drive 223 mi
1. Drive from Grimsby to Folkestonecar 223 mi
4h 15m
£56–81
Fly, train
1. Fly from Humberside Airport (HUY) to London City Airport (LCY)plane HUY - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 34m
£137–728
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Lincoln Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to London Bridgetrain
4. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 49m
£117–217

Grimsby to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 273.7 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Folkestone Central via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Yarborough Hotel to Bouverie Road West via St Margaret's Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 29m.

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