What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £95 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Folkestone Central station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Folkestone Central station via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Manchester and Folkestone Central is 254 miles. The road distance is 260.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Folkestone Central without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Folkestone Central bus from?

Manchester to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Folkestone Central train from?

Manchester to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Manchester to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

Manchester to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Folkestone Central train arrive?

Manchester to Folkestone Central train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Folkestone Central is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Manchester to Folkestone Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Folkestone Central?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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Manchester to Folkestone Central - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Folkestone Central by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 55m
£97–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 4m
£36–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
7h 1m
£63–104
Drive 258.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Folkestone Centralcar 258.6 mi
4h 57m
£65–94
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 32m
£106–358
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 25m
£235–429
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 57m
£113–291
Fly to London Southend Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
2. Take the train from Southend Airport to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 36m
£95–345

Manchester to Folkestone Central by train and foot

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Distance: 252.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Folkestone Central, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Folkestone Central station via London Victoria and Bus Station in around 9h 4m.

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