What is the cheapest way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 11h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Lyme Regis and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyme Regis to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Langmoor Gardens and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Trinity Square, Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Lyme Regis and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Lyme Regis to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

The distance between Lyme Regis and Folkestone is 223 miles. The road distance is 210.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lyme Regis to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £90 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyme Regis to Folkestone bus from?

Lyme Regis to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Taunton BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Lyme Regis to Folkestone train from?

Lyme Regis to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Lyme Regis to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Lyme Regis to Folkestone bus arrive?

Lyme Regis to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Lyme Regis to Folkestone train arrive?

Lyme Regis to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Lyme Regis to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyme Regis to Folkestone is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Lyme Regis to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1229+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 46m
£94–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
11h 14m
£47–110
Drive 209.1 mi
1. Drive from Lyme Regis to Folkestonecar 209.1 mi
3h 50m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
6h 13m
£93–198

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Distance: 222.1 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Lyme Regis, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Kent House to Folkestone Central via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Langmoor Gardens to Bouverie Road West via Trinity Square, Ilminster Road Busway, Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 14m.

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