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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at Bouverie Road West via St Margaret's Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Newark North Gate and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Folkestone?

The distance between Lincoln and Folkestone is 207 miles. The road distance is 200.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Lincoln to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Folkestone bus from?

Lincoln to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Folkestone train from?

Lincoln to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Lincoln to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lincoln to Folkestone train arrive?

Lincoln to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Folkestone is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Lincoln to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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There are 5 ways to get from Lincoln to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newark North Gate to King's Crosstrain Bradford Forster Square - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 31m
£81–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park 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
8h 54m
£45–114
Drive 199.6 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Folkestonecar 199.6 mi
3h 30m
£49–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 34m
£68–130
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 21m
£95–193

Lincoln to Folkestone by train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Folkestone Central via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to Bouverie Road West via St Margaret's Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 54m.

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