What is the cheapest way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between London Victoria and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bouverie Road West. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between London Victoria and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Victoria and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from London Victoria to Folkestone?

The distance between London Victoria and Folkestone is 71 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

How do I travel from London Victoria to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from London Victoria to Folkestone?

The train from London Victoria to Folkestone Central takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the London Victoria to Folkestone bus from?

London Victoria to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Victoria to Folkestone train from?

London Victoria to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London Victoria to Folkestone?

The best way to get from London Victoria to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h.

Where does the London Victoria to Folkestone bus arrive?

London Victoria to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the London Victoria to Folkestone train arrive?

London Victoria to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Can I drive from London Victoria to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between London Victoria to Folkestone is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from London Victoria to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from London Victoria to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Victoria to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Folkestone Centraltrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 46m
£35–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
3h
£15–40
Drive 69.4 mi
1. Drive from London Victoria to Folkestonecar 69.4 mi
1h 28m
£17–25
Train via Ashford International
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 15m
£38–77

London Victoria to Folkestone by foot and train

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1h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between London Victoria, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Folkestone Central twice daily. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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