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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Folkestone?

The distance between Leicester and Folkestone is 169 miles. The road distance is 176.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Leicester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Folkestone bus from?

Leicester to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Folkestone train from?

Leicester to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Leicester to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Folkestone train arrive?

Leicester to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Folkestone is 177 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Leicester to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Leicester to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 40m
£86–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 5m
£35–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 50m
£51–116
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Folkestonecar 175.7 mi
2h 58m
£43–62

Leicester to Folkestone by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 5m.

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