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

The cheapest way to get from Lymington to Folkestone is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lymington to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Lymington and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Lymington to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Main Post Office and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Lymington and Folkestone?

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

How far is it from Lymington to Folkestone?

The distance between Lymington and Folkestone is 170 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lymington to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £70 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Lymington to Folkestone bus from?

Lymington to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Lymington to Folkestone train from?

Lymington to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brockenhurst station.

Train or bus from Lymington to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Lymington to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Lymington to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lymington to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lymington to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lymington to Folkestone is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Lymington to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Lymington to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 86 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brockenhurst to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 4m
£73–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 22m
£35–83
Drive 152.7 mi
1. Drive from Lymington to Folkestonecar 152.7 mi
2h 47m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Brockenhurst to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 33m
£72–159
Line 86 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Main Post Office to Central Stationbus 86
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 22m
£66–128

Lymington to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lymington Town to Folkestone Central via Brockenhurst, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Post Office to Bouverie Road West via Marlands, Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 22m.

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